# bid (podcasts) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 8 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover bid. Page: Feed: --- ## [Looking Towards Recovery & the Token Hunt Begins](https://blockchainbacker.substack.com/p/looking-towards-recovery-and-the) _2026-08-14 · Blockchain Backer · Blockchain Backer’s Newsletter_ Technicals, On-Chain, and Crypto Adoption Quietly Winning, Which Tokens Capture the Economic Activity ## 269: The Biggest Themes of 2026 So Far: How AI, Geopolitics and Digital Assets Are Reshaping Portfolios _2026-08-14 · The Bid_ 2026 market themes have been shaped by geopolitical realignment, the physical demands of artificial intelligence and changing assumptions about diversification. Across markets, investors are confronting several plausible futures rather than relying on a single base case. Host Oscar Pulido is joined by Stevie Manns, producer of The Bid , to revisit conversations with BlackRock leaders and external… [Listen](https://rss.art19.com/episodes/2621af85-3de8-4d08-a446-8566115e8c06.mp3?rss_browser=BAhJIhRSU1NBbXBsaWZpZXJCb3QGOgZFVA%3D%3D--6345a2e4a0991d4cbe92da92e0fa95ff9d12de2e) ## [Playing the Timing Game as the Market Does What it Should](https://blockchainbacker.substack.com/p/playing-the-timing-game-as-the-market) _2026-07-31 · Blockchain Backer · Blockchain Backer’s Newsletter_ More On-Chain Signals, FTX Timing Already Played Out, Confirmations to Watch For ## 268: AI’s latest frontiers: An Investor’s Perspective on AI, Space and Equity opportunities _2026-07-31 · The Bid_ AI investing continues to shape markets as artificial intelligence (AI) moves beyond software and into the physical infrastructure of the global economy. From data centers and chips to space-based compute, autonomous trucks and humanoid robotics, the AI buildout is creating new questions about scarcity, supply chains and where value may accrue next. In this episode of The Bid, host Oscar Pulido is… [Listen](https://rss.art19.com/episodes/b0dc00de-7e1f-4e5e-aef6-30024a75ee4e.mp3?rss_browser=BAhJIhRSU1NBbXBsaWZpZXJCb3QGOgZFVA%3D%3D--6345a2e4a0991d4cbe92da92e0fa95ff9d12de2e) ## [July 28, 2026: Troy Jackson is about to go under the national microscope. Here's a look at his past](https://www.mainepublic.org/podcast/maines-political-pulse/2026-07-28/july-28-2026-troy-jackson-is-about-to-go-under-the-national-microscope-heres-a-look-at-his-past) _2026-07-28 · Maine's Political Pulse_ Troy Jackson has long pushed for the rights of the working class, but will now face heightened scrutiny from the national press and the Republican Party on his record and conduct in the Maine Legislature. [Listen](https://cpa.ds.npr.org/s495/audio/2026/07/072826-sm-pulse-jax.mp3) ## [July 17, 2026: Who are the candidates hoping to become Maine's Senate nominee, and what happens next?](https://www.mainepublic.org/podcast/maines-political-pulse/2026-07-17/july-17-2026-who-are-the-candidates-hoping-to-become-maines-senate-nominee-and-what-happens-next) _2026-07-17 · Maine's Political Pulse_ The field of 12 includes several seasoned politicians fresh off primary campaigns for governor or Congress but also about a half-dozen lesser-known Mainers who are hoping to take on Republican Sen. Susan Collins this November. [Listen](https://cpa.ds.npr.org/s495/audio/2026/07/0717-km-pulse-podcast.mp3) ## 267: Defense Investing in a New Era of Geopolitics, AI, and Global Security Transformation _2026-07-17 · The Bid_ Defense investing is rapidly moving from the margins to the center of capital markets as geopolitical fragmentation, rising global tensions, and technological innovation reshape how nations allocate resources. What was once viewed as a niche or even overlooked sector is now emerging as a critical pillar of global infrastructure and security. In this episode of The Bid, host Oscar Pulido sits down… [Listen](https://rss.art19.com/episodes/8472bfae-f1eb-4fd0-92af-5fe2fabd0c27.mp3?rss_browser=BAhJIhRSU1NBbXBsaWZpZXJCb3QGOgZFVA%3D%3D--6345a2e4a0991d4cbe92da92e0fa95ff9d12de2e) ## [Everyone's Watching the Narrative. The Data Isn't.](https://blockchainbacker.substack.com/p/everyones-watching-the-narrative) _2026-07-15 · Blockchain Backer · Blockchain Backer’s Newsletter_ Technicals, On-Chain, Macro and Top Network Activity Coins Tell A Different Story ## [All Things Protest: Blue & Gold and Late is Late](https://allthingsprotest.podbean.com/e/all-things-protest-blue-gold-and-late-is-late/) _2026-07-10 · Government Contracts Podcasts_ Crowell & Moring’s “All Things Protest” podcast keeps you up to date on major trends in bid protest litigation, key developments in high-profile cases, and best practices in state and federal procurement. In this episode, Crowell's Christian Curran, Zachary Schroeder, and Bryan Dewan discuss a recent Federal Circuit appeal on the Blue & Gold waiver rule, and a Court of Federal Claims protest about… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/qj6zv4qcjab949pv/20260710_ATP_Podcast_FINAL.mp3) ## 266: 2026 Midyear Outlook: Scarcity vs. Abundance in the Age of AI _2026-07-02 · The Bid_ Artificial intelligence continues to reshape economies and markets, but its rapid expansion is also exposing new constraints across energy, infrastructure, labor, and capital. As investors navigate an increasingly complex landscape, the debate has shifted from AI's potential to the practical realities of building the systems that support it. In this episode of The Bid , host Oscar Pulido speaks… [Listen](https://rss.art19.com/episodes/e70cb99e-9f6c-4caa-be04-99378f56e202.mp3?rss_browser=BAhJIhRSU1NBbXBsaWZpZXJCb3QGOgZFVA%3D%3D--6345a2e4a0991d4cbe92da92e0fa95ff9d12de2e) ## [8.1% APY Plus Free Stock (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/krgRMfTmE1V2) _2026-07-02 · **Sponsored**_ Claim 8.1% APY and up to $1,030 in SK hynix and Nvidia stock. ## [The Bull Case Strengthens as Confluence Grows](https://blockchainbacker.substack.com/p/the-bull-case-strengthens-as-confluence) _2026-06-30 · Blockchain Backer · Blockchain Backer’s Newsletter_ Technicals, on-chain, sentiment, and structure align at anticipated levels. Developer activity leaders. ## [June 26, 2026: We're through the primaries. Here's how things are shaping up for November](https://www.mainepublic.org/podcast/maines-political-pulse/2026-06-26/were-through-the-primaries-heres-how-things-are-shaping-up-for-november) _2026-06-26 · Maine's Political Pulse_ While Republican turnout was strong compared to most years, it fell well short of the Democrats’ get-out-the-vote effort, suggesting the GOP may have to overcome a marked enthusiasm gap headed into the fall. [Listen](https://cpa.ds.npr.org/s495/audio/2026/06/0626-km-pulse-podcast-mix-down.mp3) ## 265: Inflation and Investing: What Sticky Prices Mean for Portfolios Today - Ask Me Anything _2026-06-26 · The Bid_ Inflation and investing are once again front and center as markets assess a new mix of price pressures. In this Ask Me Anything episode of The Bid, host Oscar Pulido is joined by Helen Jewell, BlackRock’s International Chief Investment Officer for Fundamental Equities, and Tom Becker, senior portfolio manager on BlackRock’s Global Tactical Asset Allocation team. Together, they explore what is… [Listen](https://rss.art19.com/episodes/028cb1c5-bd62-41ac-b54f-6c4559d69180.mp3?rss_browser=BAhJIhRSU1NBbXBsaWZpZXJCb3QGOgZFVA%3D%3D--6345a2e4a0991d4cbe92da92e0fa95ff9d12de2e) ## 264: Is Tokenization the Next Evolution of Global Financial Market Infrastructure? Ft. Rob Goldstein, COO of BlackRock _2026-06-18 · The Bid_ Financial market infrastructure is often invisible to investors, yet it powers every trade, settlement, and ownership record across capital markets. As technology evolves, tokenization is emerging as a new way to represent and transfer financial assets, raising questions about how markets may operate in the future. In this episode of The Bid , Oscar Pulido speaks with Rob Goldstein, Chief… [Listen](https://rss.art19.com/episodes/54337a8f-e06d-4ca7-baad-26f16a4e7f2f.mp3?rss_browser=BAhJIhRSU1NBbXBsaWZpZXJCb3QGOgZFVA%3D%3D--6345a2e4a0991d4cbe92da92e0fa95ff9d12de2e) ## [It Finally Happened: Bitcoin Hit the On-Chain Mark](https://blockchainbacker.substack.com/p/it-finally-happened-bitcoin-hit-the) _2026-06-15 · Blockchain Backer · Blockchain Backer’s Newsletter_ Accumulating the On-Chain Historic Signal, Sentiment & Narratives Identical, Analyzing Altcoins With A Bid ## 263: Asia’s Infrastructure Moment: The Investment Opportunity Behind the Energy Transition _2026-06-12 · The Bid_ Asia infrastructure investing is becoming central to the global energy transition as rising demand, energy security concerns, and the need for more resilient systems accelerate capital deployment across the region. In Southeast Asia, the opportunity is not only about replacing old systems, but building new infrastructure at scale for a growing economy. In this episode of The Bid , host Oscar… [Listen](https://rss.art19.com/episodes/660c70c3-5008-4d88-b41a-ee7c73ef56ae.mp3?rss_browser=BAhJIhRSU1NBbXBsaWZpZXJCb3QGOgZFVA%3D%3D--6345a2e4a0991d4cbe92da92e0fa95ff9d12de2e) ## 262: What Do ETFs in Asia Mean for Investors in Today’s Markets? _2026-06-05 · The Bid_ ETFs in Asia have grown significantly since the global financial crisis, but their role is changing. What began as a way to access markets is now expanding into broader portfolio applications as investors face more complex market conditions. In this episode of The Bid, Oscar Pulido speaks with Christian Obrist, Head of iShares Distribution in Asia, and Nick Peach, Head of iShares Asia Pacific at… [Listen](https://rss.art19.com/episodes/723352fe-cba5-4b97-ad2b-b7361659f133.mp3?rss_browser=BAhJIhRSU1NBbXBsaWZpZXJCb3QGOgZFVA%3D%3D--6345a2e4a0991d4cbe92da92e0fa95ff9d12de2e) ## [Crypto's Turn Approaching as Stocks Rampage](https://blockchainbacker.substack.com/p/cryptos-turn-approaching-as-stocks) _2026-05-30 · Blockchain Backer · Blockchain Backer’s Newsletter_ Records Are Breaking, the Right Side Emotionally with Macro Bullish Divergences, Rotations, Breadth & Opportunity ## 261: Why Are Global Investors Looking to Asia As An Investment Destination? _2026-05-21 · The Bid_ Asia has often been viewed as a long-term growth story, but its role in global markets is becoming more immediate. The region now represents a significant share of global GDP and listed companies, while operating across distinct economic and policy cycles. In this episode of The Bid , Oscar Pulido speaks with Aarti Angara, Head of Global Product Solutions in Asia Pacific at BlackRock. They examine… [Listen](https://rss.art19.com/episodes/85f802fd-3fa8-4611-858b-553fdf4f3d23.mp3?rss_browser=BAhJIhRSU1NBbXBsaWZpZXJCb3QGOgZFVA%3D%3D--6345a2e4a0991d4cbe92da92e0fa95ff9d12de2e) ## [All Things Protest: Final Proposal Revisions and Federal Circuit Opinions](https://allthingsprotest.podbean.com/e/all-things-protest-final-proposal-revisions-and-federal-circuit-opinions/) _2026-05-19 · Government Contracts Podcasts_ Crowell & Moring’s “All Things Protest” podcast keeps you up to date on major trends in bid protest litigation, key developments in high-profile cases, and best practices in state and federal procurement. In this episode, Crowell's Christian Curran, Zachary Schroeder, and Bryan Dewan discuss a recent GAO sustain about final proposal revisions, along with two notable Federal Circuit opinions from… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/itmmtwyxdv6vjkmx/5-19-26-FINAL-ATP-Intro-Outro-Template_mixdown.mp3) ## [Your 24/7 AI Media Buyer (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/WMk0NuuJdhqB) _2026-05-19 · **Sponsored**_ Finds placement, geo, and funnel leaks and proposes fixes you approve ## [May 15, 2026: Looking to topple Bobby Charles, Maine's GOP primary candidates are turning to an unlikely tool](https://www.mainepublic.org/podcast/maines-political-pulse/2026-05-15/may-15-2026-looking-to-topple-bobby-charles-maines-gop-primary-candidates-are-turning-to-an-unlikely-tool) _2026-05-15 · Maine's Political Pulse_ While public polling in the contest has been scarce, Bobby Charles has drawn the most scrutiny from his rivals. [Listen](https://cpa.ds.npr.org/s495/audio/2026/05/0515-sm-pulse-podcast-edited-sm.mp3) ## [One Push Needed to Open Breadth](https://blockchainbacker.substack.com/p/one-push-needed-to-open-breadth) _2026-05-14 · Blockchain Backer · Blockchain Backer’s Newsletter_ Bitcoin's $82k Big Moment, Stock Market Rotating Top, ETF Flows and Altcoins Breadth Green Light ## [May 14, 2026: How the Democrats running to be Maine's next governor are trying to stand out from the crowd](https://www.mainepublic.org/podcast/maines-political-pulse/2026-05-14/may-14-2026-how-the-democrats-running-to-be-maines-next-governor-are-trying-to-stand-out-from-the-crowd) _2026-05-14 · Maine's Political Pulse_ With the primary elections just a month away, the five Democrats running for Maine governor are each working to distinguish themselves in a race that’s been both issue-oriented and remarkably civil, at least so far. [Listen](https://cpa.ds.npr.org/s495/audio/2026/05/0507-km-pulse-podcast-mix-down.mp3) ## 260: The Top Retirement Trends That Are Reshaping Investing, Income and Longevity _2026-05-08 · The Bid_ Retirement systems are undergoing a structural shift as traditional pensions decline and individuals take on greater responsibility for financial outcomes. Longer lifespans and evolving capital markets are making retirement planning more complex and consequential. Oscar Pulido speaks with Nick Nefouse, Global Head of Retirement Solutions at BlackRock. They discuss how defined contribution plans,… [Listen](https://rss.art19.com/episodes/64f7e961-c9b5-48e8-8ae4-79cca454509f.mp3?rss_browser=BAhJIhRSU1NBbXBsaWZpZXJCb3QGOgZFVA%3D%3D--6345a2e4a0991d4cbe92da92e0fa95ff9d12de2e) ## [Crypto Market Is Quiet But The Bottom Building Signals Are Not](https://blockchainbacker.substack.com/p/crypto-market-is-quiet-but-the-bottom) _2026-04-28 · Blockchain Backer · Blockchain Backer’s Newsletter_ Bitcoin the Leading Bid, Liquidity Silently Sets A New All Time High, Setups Continue to Improve & Breadth is the Signal ## [Crypto's Tides Have Clearly Shifted](https://blockchainbacker.substack.com/p/cryptos-tides-have-clearly-shifted) _2026-04-14 · Blockchain Backer · Blockchain Backer’s Newsletter_ Bull Case vs Bear Case, How 6-Months Have Improved the Landscape ## [All Things Protest: Challenging Agency Evaluations of Proposals](https://allthingsprotest.podbean.com/e/all-things-protest-challenging-agency-evaluations-of-proposals/) _2026-03-31 · Government Contracts Podcasts_ Crowell & Moring’s “All Things Protest” podcast keeps you up to date on major trends in bid protest litigation, key developments in high-profile cases, and best practices in state and federal procurement. In this episode, Crowell's Christian Curran, Zachary Schroeder, and Bryan Dewan discuss challenges contractors face when protesting agency evaluations of proposals, along with tips for… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/c6fq89h2ywese5hs/3-31-26-FINAL-TEMPLATE-ATP_mixdown.mp3) ## [A Plethora of Confluences for Crypto](https://blockchainbacker.substack.com/p/a-plethora-of-confluences-for-crypto) _2026-03-27 · Blockchain Backer · Blockchain Backer’s Newsletter_ Bottom Building Technicals for Bitcoin and Altcoins, A Combination of Supportive Cases, and Targets Pointing Together ## [March 19, 2026: In attacking Graham Platner, Maine Gov. Janet Mills hopes women will energize her U.S. Senate bid](https://www.mainepublic.org/podcast/maines-political-pulse/2026-03-19/march-19-2026-in-attacking-graham-platner-maine-gov-janet-mills-hopes-women-will-energize-her-u-s-senate-bid) _2026-03-19 · Maine's Political Pulse_ This week, Mills, who's been trailing Platner in publicly available polling, launched an attack ad that leans heavily on one of her strengths to try to expose a potential weakness in her opponent’s resilient candidacy: women voters. [Listen](https://cpa.ds.npr.org/s495/audio/2026/03/0319-pulse-podcast-edited-sm-01.mp3) ## [Seed List 3/15/25 - FINAL](https://bracketforecast.substack.com/p/seed-list-31525-final) _2026-03-15 · Bracket Forecast · Bracket Forecast_ First Four Out: Auburn, San Diego State, Oklahoma, New Mexico ## [Build with the cheapest GPUs (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/tWFfEXHZ37Rh) _2026-03-15 · **Sponsored**_ Deployed a live API in minutes; one user spent under $10. ## [The Shock Came and Crypto Absorbed it.](https://blockchainbacker.substack.com/p/the-shock-came-and-crypto-absorbed) _2026-03-13 · Blockchain Backer · Blockchain Backer’s Newsletter_ Global markets react to war fears and oil shocks while digital assets maintain technical formations. ## [Seed List, 3/11/26: 3pm Eastern](https://bracketforecast.substack.com/p/seed-list-31126-3pm-eastern) _2026-03-11 · Bracket Forecast · Bracket Forecast_ First Four Out: ## [Seed List, 3/9/26](https://bracketforecast.substack.com/p/seed-list-3926) _2026-03-09 · Bracket Forecast · Bracket Forecast_ ## [Seed List, 3/8/26 - 5pm](https://bracketforecast.substack.com/p/seed-list-3826) _2026-03-08 · Bracket Forecast · Bracket Forecast_ No bid thieves simulated ## [Seed List, 3/6/26](https://bracketforecast.substack.com/p/seed-list-3626) _2026-03-06 · Bracket Forecast · Bracket Forecast_ Simulating one bid thief (Akron - MAC). ## [Fresh start](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rashaun-daily5/episodes/Fresh-start-e3fv8bq) _2026-03-05 · Movie Scale Reviews · Movie Scale Reviews_ Podcast is returning new name new look [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/80ed334/podcast/play/116416314/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-5%2F419321994-44100-2-2909b7b731eac.m4a) ## [Seed List, 3/2/26](https://bracketforecast.substack.com/p/seed-list-3226) _2026-03-02 · Bracket Forecast · Bracket Forecast_ Note: Simulating bid thief (Akron, MAC). ## [Let’s Talk FCA: Gender-Affirming Care and Anti-DEI Executive Orders](https://allthingsprotest.podbean.com/e/let-s-talk-fca-gender-affirming-care-and-anti-dei-executive-orders/) _2026-03-02 · Government Contracts Podcasts_ Hosts Jason Crawford and Agustin Orozco are joined by special guests Alice Hall-Partyka and Savanna Williams to discuss the administration’s novel use of the False Claims Act to advance social policy goals. The episode takes a specific look at the issues of gender-affirming care and anti-discrimination laws and discusses the recent announcement of the the new DOJ Division for National Fraud… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/ga7nx4c4qi5wjk93/2-28-2026-FINAL-Template-FCA_mixdown.mp3) ## [All Things Protest: Corrective Action at the Court of Federal Claims](https://allthingsprotest.podbean.com/e/all-things-protest-corrective-action-at-the-court-of-federal-claims/) _2026-02-27 · Government Contracts Podcasts_ Crowell & Moring’s “All Things Protest” podcast keeps you up to date on major trends in bid protest litigation, key developments in high-profile cases, and best practices in state and federal procurement. In this episode, Crowell's Christian Curran, Zachary Schroeder, and Bryan Dewan cover two recent protests at the Court of Federal Claims— Advantaged Solutions, Inc. v. United States (Feb. 6,… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/nrqca6mzc96ck3xr/2-26-26-final-ATP-Intro-Outro-Templatesesx9t7m0.mp3) ## [Seed List 2/26/26](https://bracketforecast.substack.com/p/seed-list-22626) _2026-02-27 · Bracket Forecast · Bracket Forecast_ ## [Bottom Formation Signals Flashing](https://blockchainbacker.substack.com/p/bottom-formation-signals-flashing) _2026-02-25 · Blockchain Backer · Blockchain Backer’s Newsletter_ Technical Indicators and On-Chain Historical Signals, Coins that Have Institutional & Value Demand. ## [Seed List 2/24/26](https://bracketforecast.substack.com/p/seed-list-22426) _2026-02-24 · Bracket Forecast · Bracket Forecast_ ## [Top 16 Bracket Reveal Predictions](https://bracketforecast.substack.com/p/top-16-bracket-reveal-predictions) _2026-02-21 · Bracket Forecast · Bracket Forecast_ 1: Michigan (Big Ten), Duke (ACC), Arizona (Big 12), UConn (Big East) ## [Feb. 20, 2026: All eyes are on this special House election in Lewiston. Here's why](https://www.mainepublic.org/podcast/maines-political-pulse/2026-02-20/feb-20-2026-all-eyes-are-on-this-special-house-election-in-lewiston-heres-why) _2026-02-20 · Maine's Political Pulse_ The fight for the House District 94 seat in Lewiston is a preview of — or perhaps an early skirmish in — this fall’s larger battle between the parties for state houses in Maine and across the country. [Listen](https://cpa.ds.npr.org/s495/audio/2026/02/0220-km-pulse-podcast.mp3) ## [Bracket Projection and Seed List 2/16/26](https://bracketforecast.substack.com/p/bracket-projection-and-seed-list) _2026-02-17 · Bracket Forecast · Bracket Forecast_ ## [Capitulation Arrives: High Volume Enters!](https://blockchainbacker.substack.com/p/capitulation-arrives-high-volume) _2026-02-14 · Blockchain Backer · Blockchain Backer’s Newsletter_ Crypto's Regime Shift, Finding Bottoms & Accumulations, Macro, Software Correlation, BTC, ETH, XRP & TOTAL. ## [Let's Talk FCA: Developments Regarding Constitutional Challenges to the Qui Tam Provisions](https://allthingsprotest.podbean.com/e/lets-talk-fca-developments-regarding-constitutional-challenges-to-the-qui-tam-provisions/) _2026-02-10 · Government Contracts Podcasts_ In this episode, Jason Crawford, Agustin Orozco, and Will Tucker discuss the latest developments in connection with constitutional challenges to the qui tam provisions since the district court ruling in U.S. ex. rel. Zafirov v. Florida Medical Associates LLC. "Let's Talk FCA" is Crowell & Moring’s podcast covering the latest developments with the False Claims Act. [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/43xqkkpn3qq8zqd4/2-9-26-FINAL-1Template-FCA_mixdown.mp3) ## [All Things Protest: On the Clock: Protestors and Timeliness at GAO](https://allthingsprotest.podbean.com/e/all-things-protest-on-the-clock-protestors-and-timeliness-at-gao/) _2026-01-30 · Government Contracts Podcasts_ Crowell & Moring’s “All Things Protest” podcast keeps you up to date on major trends in bid protest litigation, key developments in high-profile cases, and best practices in state and federal procurement. In this episode, Crowell's Christian Curran, Zachary Schroeder, and Bryan Dewan cover two recent protests that both emphasize the continued importance of filing timely at GAO while highlighting… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/styyss663mtsxqaz/2026-01-30-FINAL-ATP-Intro-Outro-Template_mixdown.mp3) ## [Ingredients Stirring Up to Serve Volatility](https://blockchainbacker.substack.com/p/ingredients-stirring-up-to-serve) _2026-01-30 · Blockchain Backer · Blockchain Backer’s Newsletter_ Crypto's Bull vs Bear Case, Stablecoins Enter Contraction, Leverage Persists as Depth Diminishes & Anticipating Catalysts ## [Jan. 16, 2026: Maine political leaders react as rumors swirl about ICE action](https://www.mainepublic.org/podcast/maines-political-pulse/2026-01-16/jan-16-2026-maine-political-leaders-react-as-rumors-swirl-about-ice-action) _2026-01-16 · Maine's Political Pulse_ The prospects of ramped-up federal immigration enforcement in Maine’s two largest cities elicited strong responses from state and local elected leaders that — not surprisingly — fell largely along partisan lines. Plus the 2026 money race and Platner gets personal. [Listen](https://cpa.ds.npr.org/s495/audio/2026/01/0116-km-pulse-podcast-version-01.mp3)