E49: Policy with Purpose: Winning Web3 Advocacy State by State

Tom McCarthy, Director of Development at Satoshi Action Fund and board member of DC DAO, joins the ATX DAO Podcast to unpack the evolving world of Web3 policy and grassroots advocacy. With a background that bridges creativity and crypto, Tom shares his personal journey from discovering Bitcoin in college to lobbying Capitol Hill on behalf of digital asset innovation. He dives into the mission of Satoshi Action Fund, pushing pro-Bitcoin and pro-digital asset legislation across U.S. states, and explains why the battle for clear, fair definitions in law is more urgent than ever.

The conversation also explores Tom’s role with DC DAO and the Crypto Capitol Conference, a builder-first event creating space for real conversations between developers, founders, and policymakers in the nation’s capital. Tom offers behind-the-scenes stories from his work with lawmakers, reveals what it really takes to influence regulation, and shares how everyday constituents can help move the needle. Whether you’re a crypto founder, DAO member, or policy-curious listener, this episode is a must-hear for anyone interested in state-level wins, blockchain legislation, and building the future of decentralized tech in the U.S.