Barefoot Innovation Podcast
by Jo Ann Barefoot
Is this your podcast?Jo Ann Barefoot is a prominent figure in the field of financial regulation and innovation, recognized for her leadership as CEO of the Alliance for Innovative Regulation (AIR). With a background steeped in policy and technology, she has ded…
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Audience Interest
- financial consumer solutions
- technology innovation
Podcast Focus
- financial technology discussions
- regulatory innovation exploration
Publishing Consistency
- weekly episodes released
- active for 11 years
Platform Reach
- available on major platforms
- potentially broad audience
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Total monthly reach
Estimated from 4 chart positions in 4 markets.
By chart position
- 🇰🇷KR · Non-Profit#6610K to 30K
- 🇦🇪AE · Non-Profit#763K to 10K
- 🇮🇪IE · Non-Profit#187500 to 3K
- 🇿🇦ZA · Non-Profit#189500 to 3K
- Per-Episode Audience
Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
7K to 23K🎙 Weekly cadence·248 episodes·Last published 2d ago - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
14K to 46K🇰🇷65%🇦🇪22%🇮🇪7%+1 more - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
4.2K to 14K233 real followers tracked across platforms
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Recent episodes
From the FBI to FINRA: Greg Ruppert on Smarter Regulation
Sep 1, 2026
Unknown duration
Yaya Fanusie on Building Privacy Into Blockchain
Jul 8, 2026
1h 00m 39s
Beyond Pilots & Sandboxes: Cloud, AI & the Future of Supervision
Jun 26, 2026
31m 37s
Live Episode: AI, Risk & the Future of Bank Compliance
Jun 11, 2026
49m 37s
Seeing the Gaps: Gender Data and the Future of Inclusive Finance
Jun 1, 2026
58m 27s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/1/26 | From the FBI to FINRA: Greg Ruppert on Smarter Regulation | A glimpse into the regulator of the future: FINRA's Greg Ruppert joins Jo Ann to discuss AI, data, financial crime, fusion cells, FINRA Forward, and how regulators can break silos and move at the speed of markets. Episode show notes, transcript and related links available online at: https://regulationinnovation.org/barefoot-innovation-podcast/. | — | ||||||
| 7/8/26 | privacy-preserving blockchainstablecoins+4 | Yaya Fanusie | AleoChina | — | blockchainprivacy+5 | — | 1h 00m 39s | ||
| 6/26/26 | regulationcloud computing+4 | Saket Narayan | AWS | — | regulatorscloud+5 | — | 31m 37s | ||
| 6/11/26 | AIbank compliance+3 | Raj DateKonrad Alt | American Bankers Association | — | AIbank compliance+4 | — | 49m 37s | ||
| 6/1/26 | gender datainclusive finance+3 | Wendy TelekiTatiana Alonso | Regulation Innovation | — | gender datainclusive finance+3 | — | 58m 27s | ||
| 5/26/26 | regulatory innovationtechnology regulation+4 | Colin PayneMatt Lowe | FCA | — | FCAregulatory innovation+5 | — | 1h 07m 15s | ||
| 5/21/26 | partner bankingfintech innovation+3 | Meredith Turner | Column N.A. | — | compliancefintech+3 | — | 45m 30s | ||
| 5/7/26 | fintech transformationAI+3 | Kabir KumarMatt Van Buskirk+1 | Barefoot Innovationregulationinnovation.org | — | fintechAI+5 | — | 1h 41m 25s | ||
| 4/22/26 | AI-driven economypayment systems+3 | Bob BenchAnders Brownworth | Radius | — | AIpayment systems+3 | — | 42m 17s | ||
| 3/10/26 | financial crimeAI-powered scams+4 | Carole HouseAri Redbord+1 | Barefoot Innovation Podcast | — | financial crimeAI scams+3 | — | 58m 42s | ||
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| 2/17/26 | trust regulationdigital economy+4 | Patrick Murck | Surus | — | trustdigital economy+4 | — | 1h 26m 19s | ||
| 1/29/26 | Crypto Comes of Age: Trust, Rules, & Real-World Use | Crypto is moving from the margins to the mainstream. Stu Alderoty of Ripple and the National Cryptocurrency Association joins Jo Ann to unpack regulation, trust, and how everyday Americans are learning to use crypto with confidence. Episode show notes, transcript and related links available online at: https://regulationinnovation.org/podcast/crypto-comes-of-age-trust-rules-and-real-world-use/ | — | ||||||
| 12/16/25 | Stablecoins & Sovereignty: Africa's Digital Money Revolution | Flourish Ventures investor Efayomi Carr and GDF executive Elise Soucie Watts join Jo Ann to unpack Africa's fintech boom, the rise of stablecoins, trust gaps, and what it takes to build inclusive, responsible regulation. Read the full show notes and related resources here online. | — | ||||||
| 10/28/25 | We Can Beat Financial Crime Pt. 1: Carole House, Ari Redbord, and Matt Van Buskirk | Financial crime is a G7‑sized economy. Carole House, Ari Redbord and Matt Van Buskirk join Jo Ann to expose how AI has turbocharged scams and why the AML system is failing — and to chart a new path powered by trust tech and real‑time collaboration. Read the full show notes at: https://regulationinnovation.org/podcast/we-can-beat-financial-crime-pt-1-carole-house-ari-redbord-and-matt-van-buskirk/ | — | ||||||
| 9/17/25 | Financial Crime & National Security: DARPA's A3ML Program Making Money Laundering Too Expensive to Exist | DARPA's David R. Dewhurst joins Jo Ann to explain A3ML, an audacious plan to make money laundering too expensive to exist. Hear how new graph algorithms, incentives and privacy‑first design could turn the tide on illicit finance. | — | ||||||
| 8/25/25 | Pathfinder: Sean Neville is Changing How Money Will Work | Join us as Sean Neville, co-founder of Circle & architect of the USDC stablecoin, discusses Catena Labs — building the first regulated, AI-native financial institution for a future where autonomous AI agents directly participate in the economy. | — | ||||||
| 8/6/25 | Crypto's Crossroads: Regulation & Innovation with SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce | U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) Commissioner Hester Peirce discusses the evolving U.S. digital asset policy landscape, including new legislation, crypto's potential and risks, and environments that enable market innovation. | — | ||||||
| 7/7/25 | The Evolution of Money: A Conversation with Tyler Williams, Counselor to the U.S. Secretary of the Treasury for Digital Assets | Tyler Williams, Treasury's Counselor for Digital Assets, discusses the Administration's crypto strategy, stablecoin legislation, and managing risks. He shares insights from 400+ stakeholder meetings and how digital assets impact the U.S. role globally and the dollar. | — | ||||||
| 6/9/25 | Special Episode: Tackling Financial Crime | This special episode explores AIR's work tackling financial crime & regulatory modernization, & highlights 4 upcoming events: Battlefront: Fraud in the Age of AI, West Africa Payments & Fraud Policy Sprint, Innovation Elements Cohort, & Converge. | — | ||||||
| 5/30/25 | Financial Health and Financial Fraud – in West Africa and Beyond | In this episode, Jo Ann explores how digital financial services are impacting consumer protection in West Africa and globally, including the rising incidence of fraud. Hear from Aishah Ahmad, CFA, Former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria and board member of the Financial Alliance for Women. | — | ||||||
| 5/21/25 | Banks and Innovation: Acting Comptroller of the Currency Rodney Hood | Rodney Hood, Acting Comptroller of the Currency, chats about bank innovation, digital assets, and tech's role in financial inclusion. He shares insights on modernizing regulation and how the OCC supports fintech partnerships. | — | ||||||
| 5/7/25 | Inside the NCUA: New Chairman Kyle Hauptman on Fintech & Regulation | In this episode, NCUA Chair Kyle Hauptman discusses tech's role in credit unions. He highlights NCUA's open approach to digital assets, AI/blockchain use cases and DOGE's project to streamline the federal government. | — | ||||||
| 4/24/25 | AI for Managing Risk: Oscilar CEO Neha Narkhede | Oscilar CEO Neha Narkhede discusses AI for risk management, focusing on fraud & financial crime detection. Learn how AI breaks data silos & improves security. | — | ||||||
| 4/17/25 | Winds of Change: Brett King and Nick Hughes from Necker Island | Jo Ann sits down with her friend Brett King and M-Pesa founder Nick Hughes on this special crossover episode of Barefoot Innovation & Breaking Banks, recorded live at Virgin Unite's "Change: Fintech Leaders Gathering" on Necker Island. | — | ||||||
| 3/5/25 | GenAI for Finance: The Winners of AIR's Call for Papers | GenAI is revolutionizing finance! Hear from the winners of AIR's NextGenAI Call for Papers: Delicia Reynolds Hand, Dr. Henry Balani & Dr. Adrienne Heinrich. They discuss GenAI's impact on consumer protection, financial crime & ethical governance. | — | ||||||
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Jo Ann Barefoot is a prominent figure in the field of financial regulation and innovation, recognized for her leadership as CEO of the Alliance for Innovative Regulation (AIR). With a background steeped in policy and technology, she has dedicated her career to enhancing financial systems and consumer protection. The Barefoot Innovation Podcast stands out by delving into the crucial nexus between technological advancements and regulatory frameworks within the financial sector. Covering topics such as fintech, consumer advocacy, and regulatory strategies, the podcast features insights from industry leaders and innovators, making it a valuable resource for professionals navigating this complex landscape. Listeners, primarily from the business, non-profit, and technology sectors, tune in for expert commentary and actionable insights. By addressing the challenges and opportunities at the intersection of innovation and regulation, the podcast equips its audience with the knowledge needed to foster better financial solutions for consumers.
By the numbers
- Total followers: 233
- Total plays: 2.5K
- Total reviews: 42
Platforms
TuneIn
- Followers: 19
Castbox
- Followers: 166
- Plays: 2.5K
Podcast App
- Followers: 41
- Reviews: 41
Podcast Republic
- Followers: 7
- Reviews: 1
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Audience
adults, professionals
Key insights
What the show covers
- financial technology discussions
- regulatory innovation exploration
- consumer protection topics
- expert interviews and insights
Audience interests
- financial consumer solutions
- technology innovation
- regulatory challenges
- non-profit sector insights
Platform reach
- available on major platforms
- potentially broad audience
- no specific platforms listed
- follows industry trends
Publishing consistency
- weekly episodes released
- active for 11 years
- consistent content delivery
- high episode count
Chart history for Barefoot Innovation Podcast
Peaked at #66 in South Korea, currently #66 in South Korea.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Korea | — | #66 | #66 | — |
| AE | — | #76 | #76 | — |
| Ireland | — | #187 | #187 | — |
| South Africa | — | #189 | #189 | — |
Chart Positions
4 placements across 4 markets.
Chart Positions
4 placements across 4 markets.