In Episode 20 of "The Crypto Beat," Tim Copeland, editor-in-chief of The Block, discusses the Superfluid protocol with Fran Renzi, co-founder and CEO of Superfluid. This protocol allows for continuous, second-by-second flow of cryptocurrency payments. Renzi explains how the protocol works through a different accounting method than traditional token transfers, enabling more efficient and scalable recurring payments, with potential applications in areas such as employee salaries, subscription services, and gaming. The episode also covers topics such as how Superfluid works, cross-chain scalability, attracting participants, hackathon results, smart contracts and smarter payrolls, as well as streaming applications in gaming.