MoonPay has announced a major partnership with SHOTS, a media company behind hit podcasts including This Past Weekend with Theo Von, Full Send Podcast, and The Rush with Maxx Crosby. As part of the deal, MoonPay becomes the official cryptocurrency partner across SHOTS’ slate of shows.
The partnership brings crypto directly into one of the most influential media ecosystems reaching millions of listeners and viewers across digital platforms. It marks a long-term commitment to building cultural relevance, creative activations, and brand integrations at the intersection of entertainment, media, and Web3.
A key component of the agreement is SHOTS CEO John Shahidi joining MoonPay as a Creative Advisor, where he’ll help shape messaging, consumer experiences, and audience strategy.
MoonPay’s President of Enterprise, Keith Grossman, believes the move combines creative storytelling with the growing crypto landscape.
“John Shahidi is a visionary content creator, and the SHOTS are some of the most influential voices in media today,” Grossman said. “We’re thrilled to welcome John as a Creative Advisor at MoonPay and begin this multi-year partnership. Together, we can unlock incredible opportunities across all of their brands.”
For Shahidi, the role is an opportunity to expand MoonPay’s reach through innovative campaigns and cultural storytelling.
“I’m excited to join MoonPay as a Creative Advisor working with Keith Grossman to bring fresh ideas and strategic insights that will help expand the brand’s reach in new and impactful ways,” Shahidi said.
“With MoonPay’s innovative approach and growing influence, I look forward to creating meaningful campaigns and shaping new opportunities in the space.” With SHOTS’ digital footprint and MoonPay’s momentum in Web3, the partnership positions both companies at the center of where content and crypto converge.
