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Our Community, Our MissionOur Community, Our MissionEp #264 – Celebrating Volunteers: The Heart of TRMIn this episode of Our Community, Our Mission, we honor Volunteer Appreciation Month by exploring the vital role volunteers play at TRM. John Roberts, Deputy Director of Community Needs & Services, shares how volunteers impact every department, from food services to guest support. Suzie Paslay reflects on her journey as Volunteer Coordinator, emphasizing the personal and spiritual significance of each volunteer’s service.With between 70 to 90 volunteer spots available each day, these dedicated individuals are essential to TRM’s daily operations. From preparing meals to supporting guests and staff, volunteers are the hands and hearts behind the mission, maki...2025-04-2251 minTRM TalksTRM TalksEP. 79 | North Korea’s Cyber Army: How Hackers Stole $1.5B and What Comes Next with Jean Lee and Nick CarlsenNorth Korea just executed the biggest crypto heist in history, stealing USD 1.5 billion from Bybit. But how did they do it? And can they be stopped? On this episode of TRM Talks, Jean Lee (The Lazarus Heist) and Nick Carlsen (TRM Labs, Former FBI) join Ari to break down:The making of a cyber army — how North Korea recruits and trains hackers from childhoodThe Bybit hack step by step — from infiltration to laundering strategiesThe role of Chinese money laundering networks in enabling illicit financeWhat governments and public-private partnerships can do to disrupt these operationsWith...2025-03-2631 minOur Community, Our MissionOur Community, Our MissionEp #261 – Serving with Heart: Stories from the Men's ShelterThe journey from living under a bridge to leading others toward hope isn’t just a story—it’s Jacob Harmon’s reality. Now the Assistant Director of Men’s Services at Topeka Rescue Mission, Jacob once arrived at TRM seeking relief from the summer heat after living in a tent. What he found was a program that rewrote his life, transforming his world from black and white to color through faith. Now, sitting at the same desk where he once received help, he serves with a singular hope: that people remember not his name, but the love of Jesus Chri...2025-03-2548 minOur Community, Our MissionOur Community, Our MissionEp #253 – Warming Centers, Housing Navigators, and the Power of CommunityIn this episode, we delve into the incredible efforts of the Topeka Rescue Mission and its dedicated community partners to protect the unsheltered population during extreme weather. From the meticulous planning and outreach involved in preparing warming centers to the vital collaborations with community organizations, we highlight the critical strategies that foster resilience and ensure safety for our neighbors in need.We also introduce Crystal Guerrero, a TRM Housing Navigator whose inspiring journey—from being a TRM guest over a decade ago to becoming an advocate and mentor—illustrates the power of determination and community support. Once stru...2025-01-2250 minOur Community, Our MissionOur Community, Our MissionEp #250: Transformation Tuesday with John OstensonWelcome to the 250th episode of Our Community, Our Mission! On this Transformation Tuesday—our take on Giving Tuesday—we’re joined by John Ostenson, Vice President of TRM’s Board of Directors. John shares how serving on the board has deepened his faith and transformed him into a prayer warrior. He also reflects on TRM’s mission, emphasizing that it’s not just about providing food and shelter, but about transforming lives through faith, love, and community.We discuss TRM’s approach to Giving Tuesday, the power of prayer in overcoming challenges, and the importance of unity in pursu...2024-12-0353 minTRM TalksTRM TalksAncient Coins to a $3.6 Billion Laptop: The Evolution of Money with the Smithsonian’s Dr. Ellen Feingold and former IRS-CI Special Agent Chris JanczewskiDr. Ellen Feingold curates the National Numismatic Collection at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History — over 1,000,000 pieces of financial history going back 4000 years. This month she adds the laptop that former IRS-CI Agent Chris Janczewski used to investigate the Bitfinex Hack which led to the largest monetary seizure in US history. In this TRM Talks, Ari Redbord, TRM's Global Head of Policy, sits down with Dr. Feingold and Mr. Janczewski, now TRM’s Head of Global Investigations, to discuss the history of money and why a 2019 MacBook Pro belongs in the Smithsonian. Today’s Guests...2024-11-2041 minOur Community, Our MissionOur Community, Our MissionEp #247 – A Season of Service: Holiday Volunteering at TRMJoin us for a special episode where we talk with John Roberts, Deputy Director of Community Needs & Services, and Suzie Paslay, Volunteer Coordinator, about the heart and hands behind the Topeka Rescue Mission. TRM’s team gears up for the holiday season—sorting gifts, wrapping presents, preparing food bags, and creating opportunities for intentional holiday moments for both shelter guests, unsheltered neighbors, and community members in need. As TRM’s volunteer opportunities grow, so does the excitement. John and Suzie share what makes TRM unique: a community where service goes beyond distribution and each volunteer has the chance...2024-11-1344 minOur Community, Our MissionOur Community, Our MissionEp #245 – Creating Community and Conversations at TRM's Fall FestivalJoin us as we dive into the heartwarming details of the Third Annual TRM Fall Festival, a joyful gathering for unsheltered neighbors, guests, and families. In this episode, Kourtney Barr, Deputy Director of Transformational Services, and Mike Schoettle, Director of Spiritual Wellness & Discipleship, share how the festival has created a safe, inclusive space for everyone—whether they’re enjoying a pie-eating contest or simply finding comfort in being part of a welcoming community.Hear stories and reflections from guests and unsheltered neighbors who joined in the fun, some experiencing fall festivities like pumpkin bowling and hay rides for...2024-10-3039 minOur Community, Our MissionOur Community, Our MissionEp #234 – Meet Issiah ThurmanYou've heard his voice, now hear his story!Join us for an inspiring episode where we delve into the life and journey of Issiah Thurman, TRM's Creative Communications Coordinator. Issiah opens up about his experiences growing up and staying at the Mission, revealing how those formative years profoundly influenced his life. He takes us through his pivotal college years, highlighting his involvement with Christian Challenge and how it helped shape his faith and character. Finally, Issiah reflects on how accepting his current role at TRM has brought his journey full circle, bringing together his past experiences a...2024-08-0756 minOur Community, Our MissionOur Community, Our MissionEp #224 – Compassion and Professionalism: A Conversation with Kim & MirandaMeet Kim and Miranda, two dedicated staff members from TRM, who share their journeys to where they are today! Kim takes us through her transition from working with volunteers, to serving as La Manda's Executive Assistant, and finally to her current role in HR. Meanwhile, Miranda offers a heartfelt look at her path from being a guest at TRM, to training through various roles within the organization, and ultimately becoming the Executive Assistant.Their stories highlight the transformative power of education, mentorship, and continuous learning. We conclude with reflections on the essence of professionalism and compassion in...2024-05-2943 minOur Community, Our MissionOur Community, Our MissionEp #219 – Grace in Change: Holton's Farewell, Andrew's ArrivalJoin us for a beautiful episode as we sit down with Holton Witman, the outgoing Director of Distribution Services at TRM. Delve into his journey within the organization, from his beginnings in the street outreach team to his conscious choice to prioritize his role as a father and family man. Experience the thrilling narrative of following one's faith journey while also grappling with the bittersweet challenge of departing from a place where divine intervention is a daily occurrence.Amidst this period of transition, we are excited to visit with Andrew Lucas, the incoming Director of Distribution Services...2024-04-2447 minOur Community, Our MissionOur Community, Our MissionEp #213 – Unity, Vision, & ServiceIn this episode, La Manda Broyles, TRM Executive Director, visits with her Deputy Directors, Kourtney Barr, Miriam Krehbiel, and Christian Stringfellow about unity and vision for those we serve! This impactful conversation hits on a recent retreat the leadership team were able to go on and the insights and renewal they were able to glean from it. La Manda and the Deputies also share vision for each of the ways they are excited to see their areas of ministry grow within TRM and in reaching the community.  To learn more about TRM Ministries: Click Here!To s...2024-03-131h 03TRM TalksTRM TalksIt’s All a Puzzle – Talking Crypto and National Security with Former Treasury and White House Official Carole HouseCarole House, former US Treasury and White House National Security Council official, joins Ari to discuss the nexus between crypto and national security. Carole, the primary author of the White House Executive Order on Digital Assets and the recent CFTC report on DeFi, talks about these important reports, the process behind them, and how to mitigate North Korea, terrorist financing, ransomware and other national security challenges in the digital world. Today’s Guest Carole House, Former US Treasury and White House Cybersecurity Official Host: Ari Redbord, Global Head of Policy, TRM Labs ...2024-01-3139 minTRM TalksTRM TalksTracers on the Blockchain with Andy Greenberg and Chris JanczewskiAri sits down with WIRED magazine’s Andy Greenberg and TRM’s Chris Janczewski, a former IRS-CI agent and the protagonist of Andy’s book Tracer’s in the Dark, to discuss how Chris and other investigators track and trace crypto to build investigations and hunt illicit actors on the blockchain. Today’s Guests Andy Greenberg, Senior Writer, WIRED magazine Chris Janczewski, Head of Global Investigations, TRM Labs Host: Ari Rebord, Global Head of Policy, TRM Labs Resources TRM Insights: Tracers in the Dark: An Inside Look into Cracking Crypto's Biggest Cases TRM Insights: North Kore...2024-01-1737 minOur Community, Our MissionOur Community, Our MissionEp #201 - A TRM ChristmasChristmas time is here! Listen in as we visit with Holton Witman, Director of Distribution Services, and Mike Schoettle, Assistant Director of Distribution Services, about all the amazing things going on at the Distribution Center during this special time of year. From preparing and delivering gifts to trusting God to provide in amazing ways.Through your support, we're able to bless those in need in very special ways.Grab a special gift off our Amazon Wish Lists for a specific person!Guests: https://a.co/g0lmLZsUnsheltered Neighbors: https://a.co/dau509...2023-12-0650 minOur Community, Our MissionOur Community, Our MissionEp #193 - Clarity through Disaster: Meet Steve SaffaIn this episode, we visit with Steve Saffa, TRM Director of Human Resources. Hear about his journey from serving in the corporate world, to serving in a role overseeing HR in Africa and how he was led to TRM. Steve sheds light on the importance of having the right person in each role to ensure we remain Christ-centered in our service. Serving is no easy feat and, as Steve emphasizes, it's crucial to balance self-care with the sacrifice of serving. We delve deep into the challenges faced by those on the frontlines of helping others.  Amid the discussions, w...2023-10-1244 minTRM TalksTRM TalksErin West of REACT Task ForceIn this episode TRM's Ari Redbord sat down with Santa Clara Prosecutor Erin West of REACT Task Force at ACAMS in Las Vegas. Erin, the conference's keynote speaker, discussed her journey and why she has a laser focus on rooting out "pig butchering." In pig butchering, also-known-as "romance scams," scammers encounter victims on dating sites, social media websites, or even random texts masquerading as a wrong number. Scammers initiate relationships with victims and slowly gain their trust, eventually introducing the idea of making a business investment using cryptocurrency. Victims are persuaded to invest money and once the...2023-10-0519 minOur Community, Our MissionOur Community, Our MissionEp #191 - Night of PraiseIn this episode, we sit down with our special guests, Greg Armbruster and SJ Hazim, to reflect on our recent Night of Praise fundraiser! First up, Greg Armbruster, TRM Board Member, shares about how the idea for the event came to be and the passion that fueled our desire to bring Night of Praise to life. Next, Josh Turley, Creative Communications Director, gives a look into the work that went into making it happen and the excitement of seeing it all come together. Finally,  we hear from SJ Hazim, local Artist, whose performances added a sp...2023-09-2747 minTRM TalksTRM TalksTRM Talks: AustraliaIt has been a busy 2023 in Australia with policymakers consulting on crypto licensing, AML/CTF reform, and more. Australia is home to a growing crypto ecosystem - crypto-assets are the second most popular investment after shares. With that growth has come regulatory scrutiny focused on consumer protection, combatting financial crime and creating a modern, risk-based regime for crypto-assets. In this episode, TRM's Ari Redbord and Angela Ang are joined by Joni Pirovich at BADAS*L, Brad Brown at AUSTRAC, and Steve Vallas at Blockchain APAC to discuss crypto regulatory developments in Australia.2023-09-2254 minTRM TalksTRM TalksTRM Talks: Lazarus Heist with Jean LeeIn this TRM Talks, Ari Redbord is joined by Jean Lee, writer, commentator and expert on North Korea. She is co-host of the Peabody-nominated Lazarus Heist podcast on the BBC World Service.Lee led the Associated Press news agency’s coverage of the Korean Peninsula as bureau chief from 2008 to 2013. In 2011, she became the first American reporter granted extensive access on the ground in North Korea, and in January 2012, she opened AP’s Pyongyang bureau.In this episode Lee discusses the historic meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jung Un, how North Kore...2023-09-2130 minTRM TalksTRM TalksTRM Talks: Securing Crypto with Fireblocks Jason AllegranteDespite the so-called "crypto winter," we have seen a flurry of institutional adoption. But, as the ecosystem grows so does the need to keep funds safe. In this TRM Talks Ari Redbord sits down with Fireblocks' Chief Legal Officer and Chief Compliance Officer Jason Allegrante to discuss protecting the crypto ecosystem from hacks and other exploits, how Fireblocks works with Blockchain Intelligence like TRM Labs, and how policy makers can work with industry to craft sound regulatory frameworks.2023-08-2828 minTRM TalksTRM TalksTRM Talks: DOJ's NCET, A Conversation with Acting Director Claudia QuirozThe U.S. Justice Department set up the National Cryptocurrency Enforcement Team (NCET) in 2021 amid growing concerns about the use of cryptocurrency for illicit finance including national security threats from North Korea, sanctions evasion, terrorists and weapons proliferators. In 2023, DOJ announced that the the NCET has been merged into the Department's computer crimes section. In this episode TRM's Ari Redbord sits down with the newly appointed NCET Acting Director Claudia Quiroz to discuss the move and the future of crypto-related investigations and prosecutions.2023-08-2116 minTRM TalksTRM TalksTRM Talks: Answering Treasury's DeFi Risk AssessmentIn April, the U.S. Treasury Department issued its 42-page DeFi Risk Assessment laying out various money laundering risks for DeFi. The assessment, at the end, poses a series of discussion questions. On July 24 TRM Labs is joined by three of the foremost experts on DeFi and regulation to answer these questions. TRM's Ari Redbord is joined by Rebecca Rettig, Chief Policy Officer, Polygon Labs; Michael Mosier, Espresso Systems and former Acting Director of FinCEN; and, Jai Ramaswamy, Chief Legal Officer, A16Z, and former DOJ money laundering chief to discuss the questions posed in the De...2023-07-2752 minOur Community, Our MissionOur Community, Our MissionEp #183 - Meet Greg ArmbrusterCheck out this weeks episode as we visit with TRM board member, Greg Armbruster! Here about his journey to a relationship with Jesus, how his views on homelessness transformed from indifference to compassion through his involvement with TRM, and the value of deep relationships through mentoring.  Tune in as we explore the critical role of love, patience, and faith in addressing homelessness, fostering lasting change, and transforming lives.Here also in this episode, updates on our Back to School bash, community informational meetings, the ever growing food need, and how we are working to help our unsheltered n...2023-07-2647 minTRM TalksTRM TalksTRM Talks: FATF Travel Rule ImplementationAt the end of June 2023, the Financial Action Task Force released its fourth “Targeted Update on Implementation of FATF’s Standards on VAs and VASPs.” The report surveyed 151 jurisdictions to find out what they have done to comply with the FATF Recommendations on virtual assets. According to FATF, 75% of jurisdictions that have made changes to their regimes have only done so to a partially or non-compliant extent, while only half of countries have brought in changes to accommodate the Travel Rule. To pull out the key learnings from the report, TRM's Ari Redbord and Isabella Chase are joined...2023-07-2131 minTRM TalksTRM TalksFlash TRM Talks: Jim Lee, Chief IRS-Criminal InvestigationsIn this Flash TRM Talks, TRM's Ari Redbord sits down for a few minutes with the Chief of IRS-Criminal Investigations Jim Lee.2023-07-2006 minTRM TalksTRM TalksFlash TRM Talks: Eric Lorber of PWC and Isabella Edmonds of GeoComplyFor this Flash TRM Talks, TRM's Ari Redbord sits down for a few minutes with former Treasury Official Eric Lorber of PWC and Isabella Edmonds of GeoComply to talk sanctions compliance ahead of a TRM Talks with OFAC's Dallas Woodrum.2023-07-2005 minTRM TalksTRM TalksFlash TRM Talks: Steve Francis, Executive Associate Director HSIFor this Flash TRM Talks, TRM's Ari Redbord sits down for a few minutes with Executive Associate Director of Homeland Security Investigations Steve Francis.2023-07-2006 minTRM TalksTRM TalksFlash TRM Talks: Alex Zerden former U.S. Treasury Official and Founder of Capitol Peak StrategiesIn this Flash TRM Talks, TRM's Ari Redbord sits down for a few minutes with former U.S. Treasury Official and Founder of Capitol Peak Strategies Alex Zerden.2023-07-2002 minTRM TalksTRM TalksFlash TRM Talks: Olta Andoni of Enclave MarketsIn this Flash TRM Talks, TRM's Ari Redbord sits down for a few minutes with Olta Andoni, General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer of Enclave Markets.2023-07-2005 minTRM TalksTRM TalksFlash TRM Talks: Kathy Kraninger, Solidus LabsIn this Flash TRM Talks, TRM's Ari Redbord sits down for a few minutes with Kathy Kraninger, Vice President of Regulatory Affairs at Solidus Labs and former Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).2023-07-2004 minTRM TalksTRM TalksFlash TRM Talks: Chris JanczewskiIn this Flash TRM Talks, TRM's Ari Redbord welcomes former IRS-CI Agent Chris Janczewski to TRM as Head of Global Investigations.2023-07-2003 minTRM TalksTRM TalksFlash TRM Talks: Former FinCEN Deputy Director Annalou TirolIn this Flash TRM Talks Ari Redbord sits down for a few minutes with former FinCEN Deputy Director Annalou Tirol of O’Melveny & Myers, LLP.2023-07-2004 minTRM TalksTRM TalksFlash TRM Talks: ACAMS' Joby CarpenterIn this Flash TRM Talks Ari Redbord sits down for a few minutes with ACAM's Joby Carpenter.2023-07-2003 minTRM TalksTRM TalksFlash TRM Talks: Ian TaylorIn this Flash TRM Talks Ari Redbord sits down for a few minutes with Crypto UK's Ian Taylor2023-07-2003 minTRM TalksTRM TalksTRM Talks: Lazarus Heist with Geoff WhiteIn this TRM Talks, Ari Redbord is joined by Geoff White, journalist, author and co-host of the BBC's acclaimed "Lazarus Heist" to discuss the first and second seasons of the podcast which focus on North Korea's attack on Sony Pictures and the Bank of Bangladesh as well as the evolution and growing sophistication of North Korea's elite, state sponsored, cybercriminals. In addition, Mr. White discusses North Korea's pivot to theft in the crypto ecosystem and how law enforcement and regulators are using authorities to mitigate the risk of North Korea cyber attacks. This is an in-depth and...2023-07-1427 minTRM TalksTRM TalksTRM Talks Policy with Chris BrummerIn the last week of June, after a busy quarter of policy consultations, new legislative packages and ongoing debate, TRM’s Policy team held its latest edition of TRM Talks Policy. Ari Redbord and Isabella Chase were joined by Dr. Chris Brummer, TRM Labs special advisor and professor of Law and Financial Technology at Georgetown University Law Center, to unpack the latest regulatory and policy developments in digital assets around the world. The discussion also shed light on what we can expect over the coming months.2023-07-1359 minTRM TalksTRM TalksTRM Talks: Toward a Tokenized EconomyToday 114 countries across the globe – 95% of the world’s GDP – are working on a central bank digital currency including the United States which continues to study the efficacy and design of a digital dollar. At the same time, we are seeing the growth of decentralized finance, the proliferation of U.S. dollar backed stablecoins, and continued adoption of cryptocurrencies globally despite the “crypto winter.” We are also seeing regulators across the globe – from Dubai to Hong Kong, Europe to Singapore, the UK, Australia, Japan, Brazil and beyond – create legal frameworks for digital assets. Even in the U.S., where the environmen...2023-07-1229 minOur Community, Our MissionOur Community, Our MissionEp #180 - Meet Lino MunozListen in as Barry, La Manda, and Miriam, visit with Lino Munoz, TRM Board Member for 31 years and  Biomedical Equipment Tech at Stormont-Vail Health! Hear how Lino got started serving at TRM, learned the value of perseverance from past board members, and revisit some of the stories of hope that have encouraged him. Learn about his level of commitment to following the Lord in making wise decisions, and the needed spiritual comfort that he provides to TRM leadership and fellow board members. To learn more about TRM Ministries: Click Here!To support TRM, Click Here!2023-06-2847 minTRM TalksTRM TalksTRM Talks: The North Korea ThreatOver the last few years North Korea has been attacking cryptocurrency businesses at alarming speed and scale stealing billions of dollars in crypto to be used for weapons proliferation and other destabilizing activity. As North Korea’s tactics have become more and more sophisticated so has the response with law enforcement, regulators and industry using new tools to harden cyber controls and add friction to the money laundering process. TRM's Ari Redbord is joined for a special TRM Talks by Dr. Jung H. Pak, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Multilateral Affairs and Deputy Special Representative for the DPRK at the Un...2023-06-1255 minTRM TalksTRM TalksFlash TRM Talks: Caroline HillTRM’s Ari Redbord sits down with former U.S. Treasury Official Caroline Hill of Circle to discuss recent activity on Capitol Hill, potential stablecoin legislation and the importance of legal clarity.2023-06-0908 minTRM TalksTRM TalksTRM Talks: Laura Shin UnchainedAri Redbord sits down with Unchained’s Laura Shin for a TRM Talks to discuss her journey to 500 episodes, her most memorable guests and for a wide ranging discussion of policy, regulation and illicit finance risks. She even turned the tables on Ari a few times. 2023-06-0933 minOur Community, Our MissionOur Community, Our MissionEp #175 - Above & Beyond for Second ChancesListen in as we visit with Marcus Molinar, Director of Facilities and Security, and Ron Burton, Assistant Director of Facilities & Security, about their personal journeys to working at TRM, the importance of balancing care for the physical spaces of TRM and the people within, and the reminder to never give up and to always extend love and support to those around us.To learn more about TRM Ministries: Click Here!To support TRM, Click Here!Send us a Message!2023-05-2440 minOur Community, Our MissionOur Community, Our MissionEp #172 - Relational LeadershipJoin us in this exciting episode as we sit down with the Honorable Penny Moylan, District Judge for Shawnee County, and delve into her journey as the recently appointed TRM Board President. We'll explore how she got her start on the board and hear about her dynamic relationship with La Manda, as they work together to enhance the transformative work of TRM Ministries. To learn more about TRM Ministries: Click Here!To support TRM, Click Here!Send us a Message!2023-05-0349 minTRM TalksTRM TalksTRM Talks: Assessing the Impact of the ECPII on the Crypto Asset SectorIn late March, the UK government announced the second Economic Crime Plan, setting out how the government will respond to economic crime between 2023-2026.It centers around three main outcomes: reducing money laundering and recovering more criminal assets, combating kleptocracy and driving down sanctions evasion and finally, cutting fraud.For the first time, the Plan includes a dedicated section on combating the ‘criminal abuse of crypto assets’ .In this webinar, TRM is joined by representatives from the Home Office and HM Treasury to discuss the illicit finance risks faced by the UK's cryptoasset sector, how ECPII plan...2023-04-2657 minTRM TalksTRM TalksTRM Talks: Everything You Need to Know About a Digital DollarAs 114 countries across the globe experiment with a central bank digital currency (CBDC), regulators and policy makers have been discussing and debating fundamental issues of privacy, security, and the impact on existing financial systems.In the United States, policy makers all the way from the White House to the Federal Reserve, Treasury to Capitol Hill, have continued to discuss the promise and challenges of a potential digital dollar.The Digital Dollar Project (DDP), created to encourage research and public discussion on the potential advantages and challenges of a U.S. CBDC, is leading that discussion.TRM...2023-04-2452 minOur Community, Our MissionOur Community, Our MissionEp #170 - Volunteer ImpactWe can't thank our volunteers enough for the amazing impact they have at TRM!To celebrate Volunteer Appreciation Week, we visit with 2 of those volunteers, Cindy Glenn and Nancy Lacore. Hear how they first got connected at TRM, the many ways that they have helped out,  and their continued passion to partner with us to bring help and hope to those in need.If you are interested in volunteering, click here: www.trmonline.org/volunteerTo learn more about TRM Ministries: Click Here!To support TRM, Click Here!Send us a M...2023-04-1944 minTRM TalksTRM TalksTRM Talks | Unpacking Treasury’s DeFi Risk AssessmentTRM's Ari Redbord sits down with US Treasury's Caroline Horres to discuss the much anticipated Risk Assessment For Decentralized Finance and how Treasury views the emerging technology.2023-04-1422 minOur Community, Our MissionOur Community, Our MissionEp #169 - Meet Scott & KristinaIn this episode, Barry and La Manda are joined by their special friends and fellow employees at TRM, Scott and Kristina Bryant. They discuss how they each came to TRM as guests, how they met and eventually got married, and how their shared joy is now reflected in their work at TRM as they help others.To learn more about TRM Ministries: Click Here!To support TRM, Click Here!Send us a Message!2023-04-1237 minTRM TalksTRM TalksTRM Talks Policy | March 2023This week, TRM’s policy team came together to break down the extensive regulatory and policy action we’ve seen in digital assets in the first few months of 2023.2023-03-2336 minOur Community, Our MissionOur Community, Our MissionEp #160 - Meet the ChaplainsWe can only plant seeds of love, God reaps the harvest.In this episode we visit with TRM Chaplains, Shampayne Lloyd & Mike Foster, about the Chaplain ministry at TRM, how it works to provide spiritual unity for our staff, and provide practical hope to those we serve. To learn more about TRM Ministries: Click Here!To support TRM, Click Here!Send us a Message!2023-02-0848 minTRM TalksTRM TalksIncident Response for Crypto Hacks: How to Respond to a Breach in Real-timeThe exponential growth of the Internet of Money has created a broad attack surface for threat actors. The same properties that make crypto a force for good — permissionless, programmable, and instantaneous value transfer — are being hijacked by ransomware groups, scammers, and hackers to attack at unprecedented speed and scale.Hacks have become a part of everyday life in the cryptoverse. In 2022 alone, we have seen nation-state hackers steal hundreds of millions of dollars in crypto, and ransomware groups have been targeting hospitals, critical infrastructure and small businesses. This threat calls for a strong response that bring...2022-10-311h 00Our Community, Our MissionOur Community, Our MissionEp #143 — Love the One in Front of YouWe don't have to understand, we just have to love.In this episode we visit with Rachel Flenniken, newly promoted Hope Center Director, and Madi Willis, TRM Intern, about their work at the Hope Center.  Learn about Rachel's recent transition to her new position as director and how her story helps her love the one in front of her, and hear why Madi chose TRM for her internship, as well as her passion for education and working with families! Also, hear about the continuing efforts in preparing for the Holiday season!To learn m...2022-10-1235 minOur Community, Our MissionOur Community, Our MissionEp #142 — Other Duties as AssignedExperiencing rough seasons and leaning into God to work through them!In this episode we visit with TRM's new Director of Strategic Development & Marketing, Scott May, to hear his story of his work experience leading up to his coming to TRM, how he and his wife went from 0 to 4 kids overnight, and dealing with the difficulties of life.Also, hear about the continuing work building up to Christmas, as well as current open positions at TRM and what some of the staff have to say about working here!To learn more about TRM Ministries...2022-10-0641 minOur Community, Our MissionOur Community, Our MissionEp #141 — Medicine for the SoulMeeting daily medical needs and holding hands.In this episode we visit with Sharon Meisner, a registered nurse who has been volunteering as the director of the TRM Clinic for the past 31 years! Hear her share about her passion to not only help provide physical healing, but also hope for those going through their toughest times. Also in this episode, hear about Fellowship Bible Church's Alpha Classes provided to our guests, our TED (Trauma Education & Development) Team, and the importance of continuing staff development here at TRM.To learn more about TRM Ministries: Click...2022-09-2738 min