The Vergecast episode features actor Ben McKenzie discussing his extensive journey into the world of cryptocurrency during its peak popularity. He shares insights from his years of exploring Bitcoin and the broader crypto landscape, insights that are detailed in his documentary titled Everyone Is Lying to You For Money. McKenzie reflects on the confusing and often misleading nature of the crypto space, providing a personal perspective on the challenges he faced trying to make sense of it all.
Following this, Victoria Song from The Verge shares her experience testing continuous glucose monitors (CGMs). These devices, initially designed for medical use, have gained popularity for personal health tracking. Song offers an overview of the technology's evolution and practical applications, highlighting how CGMs have shifted from strictly clinical tools to more widely accessible devices for monitoring glucose levels in everyday life.