November 5, 2025
2: 7 Things You Need to Know About Blockchain (Explaining It In Plain English)
Crypto, Explained by the National Cryptocurrency AssociationAbout this episode
Almost half of people in the U.S. who don't own or use crypto say they don't understand how it all works. Nearly 70% say they'd want more information before they'd even consider getting involved. And about a third are open to learning, but the truth is… overall confidence in understanding the tech is still pretty low. That's a huge number of people basically saying, 'I've heard the word blockchain, but I couldn't explain it even if my life depended on it.' And honestly? We get it. The word itself sounds complicated, the headlines make it feel intimidating, and the crypto hype doesn't exactly make it easier to trust. But, as crypto is becoming more mainstream, it's time that someone clearly explains what it is. So in today's episode, we're stripping it all down. No jargon, no tech headaches, just 7 simple things you need to know about blockchain. By the end of this,hopefully you'll be able to explain it in plain English for yourself. We promise: you'll walk away from this episode with a clear, no-BS understanding of what this is all is and why it matters. What's Discussed: 03:45 – The Biggest Myth About Blockchain, Debunked 07:10 – Blockchain Explained: The Giant Digital Notebook 12:25 – What "Decentralized" Really Means (In Plain English) 17:40 – The Google Doc Analogy That Makes Blockchain Click 22:55 – Every Transaction Is a Lego Brick That Locks in Forever 28:30 – How Blockchain Balances Privacy and Transparency 33:45 – Real-World Blockchain: How Crypto Is Modernizing Ranching Learn more about the National Cryptocurrency Association (NCA): Website: https://nca.org/ Twitter: https://x.com/natcryptoassoc?lang=en Instagram: @natcryptoassoc YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7_uritgUHlXQyVC3HKqJOQ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/natcryptoassoc/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/natcryptoassoc/?viewAsMember=true Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice.