The Snap

<p>In this episode of The Snap, Katie and Ainsley gab about Ainsley's trip to the UK, the anniversary of Satoshi's disappearance, give some unsolicited advice to billionaires, and so much more. It's a fun one, so make sure to tune in on your favorite lightning enabled podcasting app.</p>

<p>In this episode of The Snap, Ainsley interviews Katie about her (surprise) music drop with "The Photo Series" on Fountain, they dissect more music industry news like the UMG and Udio collaboration, talk about if AI music creation is slowly becoming more passable, Ainsley's takeaways after attending Bitfest in Manchester, and so much more. Tune in on your favorite lightning enabled podcasting app.</p>

<p>In this episode of The Snap, Katie and Ainsley talk about the ICE ads playing on the free, ad supported models of DSPs like Spotify, Max, and Pandora, and two other class action lawsuits that accuse Spotify of Payola, and not making music easily discoverable. Plus a bunch of other little tangents like if artists should/need to be on platforms like Only Fans, and Katie's great yard sign. Tune in.</p>

<p>In this episode of The Snap, Katie and Ainsley talk about Katie's new house, if the kids even listen to live music on college campuses anymore, Ainsley's tour of the Strategy Building in DC, the No Music for Genocide Initiative, as well as studio etiquette, and the give and take collaborators face in songwriting.</p> <p>Article(s) Referenced:</p> <p><a href="https://musically.com/2025/09/19/no-music-for-genocide-boycott-launches-as-massive-attack-quit-spotify/">https://musically.com/2025/09/19/no-music-for-genocide-boycott-launches-as-massive-attack-quit-spotify/</a></p>

<p>In this episode of The Snap, Katie and Ainsley talk about what seems like the millionth lawsuit that has been served to Live Nation & Ticket Master, stories where they had been personally affected by ticket scalpers, talk about how we can keep artists safe when they're on the road at shows and meet & greets, as well as Ainsley's Imagine If takeaways after attending the Nashville conference, and performance anxiety. This episode covers many a topic, so strap in.</p> <p>Article(s) Referenced:</p> <p><a href="https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/live-nation-and-ticketmaster-sued-by-ftc-over-alleged-illegal-ticket-resale-tactics/">https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/live-nation-and-ticketmaster-sued-by-ftc-over-alleged-illegal-ticket-resale-tactics/</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.ftc.gov/system/files/ftc_gov/pdf/FTCvLiveNation-Ticketmaster-Complaint-filed.pdf">https://www.ftc.gov/system/files/ftc_gov/pdf/FTCvLiveNation-Ticketmaster-Complaint-filed.pdf</a></p>

<p>In this episode of The Snap, Ainsley and Katie chat about the crazy world headlines of the week they recorded this episode, Spotify's many questionable business ventures, how amazing Bitcoin can be for sustainability, and so much more.</p> <p>Article(s) Referenced:</p> <p><a href="https://djmag.com/news/spotifys-daniel-ek-leads-eu600-million-investment-ai-military-defence-company">https://djmag.com/news/spotifys-daniel-ek-leads-eu600-million-investment-ai-military-defence-company</a></p> <p><a href="https://pitchfork.com/news/spotify-hosts-trump-inauguration-brunch-and-makes-150000-donation-to-ceremony/">https://pitchfork.com/news/spotify-hosts-trump-inauguration-brunch-and-makes-150000-donation-to-ceremony/</a></p> <p><a href="https://imusician.pro/en/resources/blog/what-is-streaming-2-0">https://imusician.pro/en/resources/blog/what-is-streaming-2-0</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/nasdaq-makes-push-launch-trading-tokenized-securities-2025-09-08/">https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/nasdaq-makes-push-launch-trading-tokenized-securities-2025-09-08/</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/digital-assets/2023/09/21/why-bitcoin-mining-might-actually-be-great-for-sustainability/">https://www.forbes.com/sites/digital-assets/2023/09/21/why-bitcoin-mining-might-actually-be-great-for-sustainability/</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.unbankedmovie.com">https://www.unbankedmovie.com</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.theecomindcollective.org/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaeaNmEqPdJ1V95YI1eyOY3E16sZsSB_V6nQ0f0XelFFxpG4L3yFYnSYaNvG_Q_aem__sunT3hsTVCjB3i8y0qhmg">https://www.theecomindcollective.org/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaeaNmEqPdJ1V95YI1eyOY3E16sZsSB_V6nQ0f0XelFFxpG4L3yFYnSYaNvG_Q_aem__sunT3hsTVCjB3i8y0qhmg</a></p>

<p>In this episode of The Snap, Katie and Ainsley talk about Ainsley's summer radio tour experience, and in turn what role traditional radio plays in today's music industry, not wanting to disappoint your biggest supporters when you're chasing a crazy dream, and learning to enjoy the iced coffee you ordered, even if it came out wrong.</p>

<p>In this episode of The Snap, Katie and Ainsley reunite after their respective summer travels to chat about their experiences abroad, using your platform and voice for good, and the perspective that a summer away from the BTC/V4V space gave them on what is still left to accomplish. It's a fun one, and a long one, so strap in.</p>

<p>In this episode of the Snap, Katie and Ainsley dive deep into many a topic - if the Met Gala is tone-deaf or a necessary celebration of art and culture, the difference between tone in military ads of the past and current administration, the growing problem of streaming farms in the entertainment industry, and lovingly argue over if you sign up to be a role model or not when you become famous. Strap in kids.</p>

<p>In this episode of The Snap, Katie and Ainsley dissect the Crumbl Cookies vs. Warner Music lawsuit, as well as some political TikToks that reflect the state of affairs in the US. Grab your favorite Crumbl Cookie Flavor (preferably one without a nail in it), and your favorite scented candle for a wild ride of an episode.</p>

<p>In this episode of The Snap, Katie and Ainsley talk about the questions they would ask their future selves in ten years, how to balance creativity with rest so it doesn’t lead to burnout, their upcoming summer 2025 plans, as well as an unexpected conversation about how the different states they have both lived in value different school subjects and academic performance.</p>

<p>In this episode of The Snap, Katie and Ainsley talk about the difference in response to both Chappell Roan and Beyonce's country projects, break down the over-politicization of Bitcoin, as well as discussing if being a pop star can be ethical or sustainable, as well as how damaging the intersection of beauty standards in the entertainment industry can be.</p>

<p>In this episode of The Snap, Katie and Ainsley discuss the tortoise and the hare mentality of music industry success, looking at your early adult years through the lens of "the toddler analogy", dystopian events happening in America related to IDs and driver's licenses, as well as doing a Nostr 101 crash course for any listeners that are unfamiliar with it.</p>

<p>In this episode of The Snap, Katie and Ainsley discuss potential pseudonyms for the books they may one day write, books and movies that are authentic to the experience of a hustling artist, bad dates and blocking people, as well as debriefing their time at Launch playing music, attending seminars, and helping run the Phantom Power booth.</p>

<p>In this episode of ‘The Snap’, Katie and Ainsley come to you live from Launch Music Conference in Lancaster Pennsylvania (again), orange pilling their way through artists and songwriters who attended the conference who were curious to learn more about monetizing their music and careers through Bitcoin and NOSTR rails. Music breaks include all songs from artists who played the Launch Music Festival who are new to the space!</p>

<p>In this episode of ‘The Snap’, Katie and Ainsley come to you live from Launch Music Conference in Lancaster Pennsylvania, orange pilling their way through conference workers, attendees, Derek Ross, and Ainsley’s dad, Jim. Music breaks include all songs from artists who played the Launch Music Festival who are new to the space!</p>

<p>In this episode of The Snap, Katie and Ainsley break down their thoughts about the 2025 Grammys, all the major winners, how Lightning-Enabling the Grammys is totally possible, and then they are joined by ARREIS for a lovely conversation spanning all the way from their random 'hear-me-outs', to the love and hate relationships they all have with their first projects, and ARREIS breaks down some of her biggest Value Verse hits.</p>

<p>In this episode of The Snap, Katie and Ainsley talk about the TV show Paradise and if something like that could actually happen, breakdown Bitcoin for the girls, and talk about their experience playing in Waco the prior week.</p>

<p>In this episode of The Snap, Ainsley and Katie are in Waco, and they're joined by Ainsley's band, Eli and Jackson, and Front of House extraordinaire Steven, on the eve of the Ainsley performing at the Waco Block Party. The gang discusses how they visited the site of the Branch Davidian incident earlier in the day/the Waco Itinerary, Nashville from a session player's perspective, the various Air B&B experiences they've all had on the road, as well as trying to Orange Pill Jackson.</p>

<p>Katie and Ainsley talk about how at one point in time they've been one degree of separation away from Kacey Musgraves, Katie recounts serving a couple who broke up on Valentine's Day, and about the pros and cons of having a traditional label deal in Nashville.</p>