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Capital Ideas

Hosted by ICAN · business · EN-US · 24 episodes

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Hosted by ICAN's Nicolas Morgan and Dara Albright, this series features conversations with entrepreneurs, investors, and industry pioneers who, in the face of regulatory hurdles, are developing creative solutions to democratize financial opportunity. We explore practical approaches to navigating complex regulatory landscapes while fostering innovation and inclusion in the financial ecosystem. From crowdfunding platforms to blockchain applications, Capital Ideas provides insights into how determined visionaries are reshaping the future of investing and capital formation for all Americans.

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What is Capital Ideas about?

Hosted by ICAN's Nicolas Morgan and Dara Albright, this series features conversations with entrepreneurs, investors, and industry pioneers who, in the face of regulatory hurdles, are developing creative solutions to democratize financial opportunity. We explore practical approaches to navigating complex regulatory landscapes while fostering innovation and inclusion in the financial ecosystem.

Who hosts Capital Ideas?

Capital Ideas is hosted by ICAN. The show has published 24 episodes to date.

What has Capital Ideas covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Capital Ideas 48: When Regulators Strangled the Model That Empowered Veterans" (24 September 2026, 37 minutes), "Capital Ideas 47: Why the Wealth Management Industry is Stuck in the Past" (31 July 2026, 45 minutes), and "Capital Ideas 46: Going Public's Darren Marble on How Entertainment is Turning Audiences Into Owners" (17 July 2026, 44 minutes).

How often does Capital Ideas publish?

Capital Ideas publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 38 minutes across 24 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Capital Ideas?

Booking probability for Capital Ideas is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Capital Ideas requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Capital Ideas's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch Capital Ideas?

The strongest fits for Capital Ideas are Investment Banking & Trading. Capital Ideas has a business audience.

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  • Episode #48

    Capital Ideas 48: When Regulators Strangled the Model That Empowered Veterans

    Sep 24, 202637 minS1

    What happens when regulatory compliance outpaces congressional intent? In Episode 48 of Capital Ideas , StreetShares co-founder and Century House CEO Mark Rockefeller joins Nick Morgan, Mark Hiraide, and Dara Albright...

  • Episode #47

    Capital Ideas 47: Why the Wealth Management Industry is Stuck in the Past

    Jul 31, 202645 minS1

    Crypto assets haven’t created financial inequality—they’ve exposed it. Tyrone Ross Jr., CEO of 401 Financial, joins the show to break down why wealth management is stuck in the past, the trillion-dollar IPO problem...

  • Episode #46

    Capital Ideas 46: Going Public's Darren Marble on How Entertainment is Turning Audiences Into Owners

    Jul 17, 202644 minS1

    "Retail investors are no longer satisfied watching wealth creation from the sidelines." Darren Marble, Founder and CEO of Going Public, joins the show to discuss how his interactive streaming series is merging...

  • Episode #45

    Capital Ideas 45: Benjamin Franklin - Founding Father and Capital Markets Architect

    Jun 24, 202653 minS1

    As America approaches its 250th anniversary, renowned economist Mark Skousen joins the show to discuss his famous ancestor’s impact on our country, Benjamin Franklin. More than an inventor and statesman, he was an...

  • Episode #44

    Capital Ideas 44: John Tillman on Entrepreneurs, Crowdfunding & Why America Must Embrace Risk Again

    May 29, 202637 minS1

    <p>John Tillman, author of The Political Vise, joins us to make the case for putting entrepreneurs back at the center of America's story. In this episode, we explore why the accredited investor rule locks everyday...

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  • Episode #44

    Capital Ideas 44: John Tillman on Entrepreneurs, Crowdfunding & Why America Must Embrace Risk Again

    May 29, 202637 minS1

    John Tillman, author of The Political Vise , joins us to make the case for putting entrepreneurs back at the center of America's story. In this episode, we explore why the accredited investor rule locks everyday...

  • Episode #43

    Capital Ideas 43: Wall Street Lost the Small Cap IPO, but Relationship Finance is Returning

    May 22, 202627 minS1

    <p>Before algorithms and computer screens took over trading desks, Wall Street was a game built entirely on handshakes, trust, and massive personal networks. IPO pioneer Mel Lavitt shares an unvarnished look at the...

  • Episode #42

    Capital Ideas 42: The Man who Inspired Blockchain—Why Bitcoin Was Only the Beginning

    May 19, 202646 minS1

    <p>What if everything you've been told about blockchain and AI is wrong? Dr. Scott Stornetta, the legendary pioneer cited in the Bitcoin White Paper, delivers a masterclass on how distributed trust is shifting from...

  • Episode #41

    Capital Ideas 41: Fundraising in the Digital Era—Why You Don’t Need an IPO

    Apr 23, 202649 minS1

    <p>In this episode, we sit down with David Duccini, CEO of Silicon Prairie Capital Partners and capital markets innovator, to break down what actually works when raising capital online. From why “post and pray” fails to...

  • Episode #40

    Capital Ideas 40: Why All Assets Belong On-Chain And Why the Future of Markets Isn’t More Blockchains

    Mar 18, 202642 minS1

    <p>​​Dave Hendricks, CEO of Vertalo, joins the show to strip away the crypto hype and reveal the true "once-in-a-century" upgrade to global finance. While the market is obsessed with new tokens, the real revolution is...

  • Episode #39

    Capital Ideas 39: Tokenized Securities & ATS Networks - Solving the Liquidity Gap in Private Markets

    Mar 3, 202641 minS1

    <p>Tokenized securities are projected to reach $16T, but secondary trading and liquidity remain limited. In this episode, North Capital CEO Jim Dowd explains why asset tokenization needs interconnected ATS networks...

  • Episode #38

    Capital Ideas 38: How Wall Street Lobbyists Legally Rigged Your Retirement

    Feb 11, 202653 minS1

    <p>Mark Yusko, CEO and CIO of Morgan Creek Capital, joins the team to explain why the best investments are the ones that make you squirm. We dive into the "Walled Garden" of the accredited investor rule, the four risks...

  • Episode #37

    Capital Ideas 37: Why Markets Correct—and Government Doesn’t

    Feb 10, 202653 minS1

    <p>Economist Cliff Winston joins Capital Ideas to unpack his provocative new book, Market Corrections, Not Government Interventions. From Bernie Madoff to Theranos, we explore whether markets—not regulators—offer better...

  • Episode #36

    Capital Ideas 36: Inside Crypto’s Institutional Shift and the Policy Gap Holding It Back

    Jan 8, 202620 minS1

    <p>Kraken’s Policy Lead Eric Peterson joins Capital Ideas to explore how crypto is maturing into a serious financial force—while policy and regulation still lag behind. From market structure to stablecoins, Peterson...

  • Episode #35

    Capital Ideas 35: America’s Broken IPO Market vs. the AI Gold Rush

    Nov 26, 202533 minS1

    <p>David Weild—former NASDAQ Vice Chair and architect of the JOBS Act—issues a blunt warning: America’s capital markets are broken. In this episode, Weild unpacks how a rigged IPO system is stifling innovation...

  • Episode #34

    Capital Ideas 34: Web3’s Gateway to Private Capital for Retail Investors

    Oct 22, 202536 minS1

    <p>Can everyday investors finally access the wealth-building power of private markets? EquiDeFi CEO Mohit Bhansali says yes—and he’s building the infrastructure to make it happen. In this episode, Mohit explains how...

  • Episode #33

    Capital Ideas 33: Crypto-Qualified — The New Standard for Financial Advisors

    Oct 9, 202522 minS1

    <p>Many financial advisors are falling behind as digital assets go mainstream. In this episode of Capital Ideas, DACFP CEO Don Friedman joins to explain how his organization is bridging the crypto knowledge gap through...

  • Episode #30

    Capital Ideas 32: Inflation, Regulation, and the Fight for America’s Small Businesses

    Sep 2, 202529 minS1

    <p>Inflation. Overregulation. Policy paralysis. Small business advocate Karen Kerrigan joins Capital Ideas to break down how Main Street entrepreneurs are navigating one of the toughest economic landscapes in recent...

  • Episode #31

    Capital Ideas 31: Why We Can’t Trust Inflation Data, and How Blockchain Fixes It

    Aug 8, 202528 minS1

    <p>Stefan Rust, founder of Truflation, joins Capital Ideas to reveal how outdated inflation metrics from the U.S. government are distorting economic decisions—and how blockchain is rewriting the rules with real-time...

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    Capital Ideas 30: Can Retail Investors Catch the Unicorns Before They Fly?

    Aug 1, 202520 minS0

    <p>Andrew Benson, founder of Hill.com, joins Capital Ideas to discuss how his fintech platform is breaking down barriers to late-stage private investing—bringing access, liquidity, and opportunity to investors once shut...

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