Money in the Bank with Franck

There are moments when a business idea is not just about one product. It is about a category changing. That is what I kept thinking about during my conversation with Joey Levy, founder and CEO of Betr. Most people may know Betr as a sports gaming company. Some may know it through Jake Paul, Joey’s co-founder. Others may know it from the company’s push into fantasy-style picks, sportsbook, casino,...

The more interesting question is: what if capital could do both at the same time—without compromising either? That’s the tension at the center of my recent conversation with John Parker , a pediatric-focused investor working at the intersection of philanthropy, venture capital, and measurable outcomes. John operates through the Charles Hood Foundation, an 84-year-old family foundation that support...

I met Joel Feld by chance at a dinner in New York City. We were sitting next to each other, two strangers in a loud room, and I noticed the wristbands first — one from a venue, one from a festival. I asked about them, and within minutes we were talking about music, production, and how New York never really leaves you, even when you’ve moved on. He mentioned he was in a band that plays The Cutting...

As GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic become more ubiquitous as solutions to everything from obesity to blood sugar issues, it is clear where America is right now: we’re medicating our way out of a nutrition crisis. But what if there were a molecule that could do what those drugs do naturally — lower blood sugar, curb inflammation, even feed the good bacteria in your gut — all while tasting exactly like sug...

A client texted me last week, confused. They’d just seen a headline about “AI agents taking over jobs” and asked:“Is ChatGPT about to replace me at work?” It’s a fair question. Tools like ChatGPT make headlines daily. But when I pressed my guest, Dmitry Shapiro — co-founder of MindStudio and former Google product leader — he cut through the noise: “ChatGPT is great for one-off tasks. But if you wa...

A client called me recently, frustrated. They’d just read another headline blaming BlackRock for buying up homes and making housing unaffordable. Their question: “Is this why my kids can’t buy a house?” It’s a fair concern. Stories about Wall Street gobbling up real estate make for great headlines. But when I pressed my guest, Ian Colville , on this during our latest episode of Money in the Bank w...

Here is one of my favorite origin stories. Years ago, when I was just starting my own company, Chris Willis brought a production team to film an interview with me for a project. I was nervous. Then, in walks a rumpled, professorial-looking guy with a houndstooth jacket and elbow patches. Yep. The President of Fidelity Investments. He’d served on nearly every board in the country. And here I was, t...

If you’ve ever traded crypto or even just followed the industry, you know there’s one fundamental problem that keeps coming up: trust. From Mt. Gox to FTX, from multi-million dollar bridge hacks to custodial failures, crypto’s biggest challenge isn’t just price volatility—it’s security, transparency, and the ability to move assets across blockchains without risk. That’s exactly why I sat down with...

If you’ve been watching the markets lately, you’ve probably noticed the turbulence. The sudden rise of DeepSeek , China’s latest AI breakthrough, has sent shockwaves through the global tech sector, leading to a sharp downturn in major stocks, particularly those tied to AI and semiconductors. But is this a short-term market overreaction or a fundamental shift in how AI dominance will play out? To b...

If you've ever felt lost in the labyrinth of the healthcare system, you’re not alone. As someone who’s worked in financial services and seen the staggering impact healthcare costs have on individuals and businesses alike, I’ve often wondered: why does it have to be this complicated? That’s exactly why I was thrilled to sit down with Kayla Shawn, founder and CEO of Healthcare Navigator, for this we...

If you’re a small business owner—or work with them—you’ve probably been hearing a lot of chatter about the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). It’s one of those regulations that’s easy to overlook but carries big consequences for non-compliance. Think $591 per day, per entity in penalties , plus potential jail time. Yeah, it’s no joke. When I first learned about the CTA, my immediate thought was, “H...

Empowering Small Businesses with the Sick Leave and Family Leave Credit This week on Money in the Bank with Franck highlights a critical financial opportunity for self-employed individuals, featuring insights from Ryan Haider and Matt Craig of Lendesca. The often-overlooked Sick Leave and Family Leave Credit (SLFL) is a tax credit born from the CARES Act. With billions of dollars still unclaimed,...

In this episode, Alex Mathé-Cathala shares his journey from financial advisor to AI innovator, shedding light on how artificial intelligence is transforming the way advisors manage client relationships and data. Alex explains how he developed a prototype AI assistant to tackle the repetitive aspects of his own role as a chief investment officer, which ultimately evolved into a powerful tool for fi...

The world of pharmacy benefits management (PBM) is on the verge of a massive shift, one that could redefine how employers, patients, and pharmacies interact. As pharmacy costs rise and transparency becomes a priority, companies like Capital Rx are pioneering a new path. I sat down with Bridget Mulvenna, a seasoned pharmacy industry expert and VP of Business Development at Capital Rx, to uncover th...

I had the pleasure of speaking with Aaron Moon, someone who has a fascinating perspective on Web3 gaming. From his early days working on PC setups to his current role at Immutable, Aaron has seen the full spectrum of gaming's evolution. We talked about how technology has changed over the years, how gaming has evolved, and how the rise of blockchain is transforming digital ownership. One of the key...

I sit down with Brian Mahoney, CEO of Thesis and Acre, to explore the cutting-edge developments in the Bitcoin space. Brian shares his insights on the evolution of Bitcoin from a simple store of value to a versatile, programmable asset class, discussing how Layer 2 solutions like Mezzo are opening up new use cases for Bitcoin, including decentralized finance, Bitcoin-backed mortgages, and yield ge...

I finally met Burnt Banksy, the CEO of XION, and a leader at the forefront of digital assets and crypto innovation. Burnt recounts the bold decision to burn a real Banksy artwork and transform it into an NFT, a move that sparked discussions across the art and tech worlds. Burnt shares insights on how NFTs are revolutionizing the concept of ownership and the broader implications for the crypto land...

I have an engaging conversation with Chris Yin, founder and CEO of Plume, as we explore the intersection of crypto and the real world. Chris shares how Plume is pioneering the tokenization of physical assets, making them liquid, movable, and composable on the blockchain. We discuss how Plume’s innovative approach aims to bring the properties of crypto to real-world assets, making it easy for anyon...

Franck and Nika Koreli, a CTO with a PhD in computational economics, dives deep into the challenges and opportunities within the world of decentralized finance (DeFi). Nika shares insights on the importance of privacy in traditional finance and why it's even more critical in the crypto space. We discuss how privacy protocols like Hinkal are paving the way for greater institutional adoption of DeFi...

In this episode, Franck interviews Dr. Youwei Yang, a data center expert, about the recent market volatility and the impact on crypto assets. They discuss the Japan-US carry trade, the non-farm payroll report, and the factors driving the volatility in the market. Dr. Yang explains the concept of the carry trade and how it affects crypto assets. They also discuss the potential for crypto to serve a...

Find Eric and Injective: Twitter/X:               Eric – @ericinjective               Injective – @injective LinkedIn:               Eric – https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericinjective/               Injective – https://www.linkedin.com/company/injective-labs/ I am excited to sit down with Eric Chen, the CEO and co-founder of Injective Labs. Eric shares his journey from a cryptography researcher and...

We're talking US government secretly HODLing crypto (whaaat?!), exploding use cases that'll make your head spin, and Fidelity's game-changing move into self-custody. Plus, David and Franck share why they're more excited than ever about the future of crypto. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit franckcushner.substa...

Ever wondered how your food gets from farm to table? Get ready for surprising facts, unseen challenges, and the secret sauce that keeps farmers going. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit franckcushner.substack.com

Feeling overwhelmed by taxes? We hear you! But hold on, don't reach for the panic button just yet. This episode features a crypto investor with a surprising perspective on tax time, which might change your outlook. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit franckcushner.substack.com

I recently had the amazing opportunity to visit the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center, a hub for cutting-edge research and innovation in the ag tech space. It’s a fascinating reminder of the immense potential of ag tech to address some of the world's most pressing challenges and I'm excited to see what the future holds for this industry. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss th...