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How Web3 and Gaming Are Shaping the Digital Future with Chase Sommer

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2097132/open_sms) In this episode, we explore the thrilling integration of social graphs in gaming, the potential of Web3 platforms, and Chase's vision for MMORPGs that foster community and interdependence. From in-game mechanics like sending buffs when offline to the introduction of NFT-based economies, Chase's insights offer a captivating look at the future of gaming. We'll also touch on his personal experiences, the challenges faced in game development, and the broader implications of Web3 in reshaping digital interactions. 00:00 Married gamer, game designer, lives in NC. 08:03 Exploring USDC payments and Web3 transition. 12:36 Web3 is wild; blockchain concepts becoming clearer. 17:50 Coinbase trustworthy despite higher fees, recommended beginners. 21:22 Solana has potential despite community criticism. 31:35 Creating a text-based MUD for constant engagement. 36:58 Desire seamless feed interaction and reward tracking. 42:19 Farcaster extends beyond Twitter, enabling broader uses. 44:39 Social feed connects to in-game actions creatively. 50:41 Supporting game development despite losing interest. 59:15 Farcaster activity mirrors Ethereum's market fluctuations. 01:05:02 Earning $250 on social media surpasses most. 01:10:35 Maddie's sociable; I dislike social media's necessity. 01:16:12 Has ideas but lacks funds and technical skills. 01:21:11 Web3 gaming is key to mass adoption. 01:23:53 Games will revolutionize blockchain adoption and engagement. 01:29:32 Innovation emerges from experimentation, aiming for mainstream. 01:38:04 Share your thoughts on Web3 gaming, please. 01:39:08 Airdrop near 25th episode; suggest topics/guests. Music & Sounds By: Lakey Inspired ___ CastOff/Episode Discussion, here (https://t.me/+oy6j0NBQObsyZjEx). Want more content? Subscribe to my newsletter, Gramajo's Weekly (https://paragraph.xyz/@0xgramajo). Support the show (https://hypersub.withfabric.xyz/s/onchainalien) Want to ask me a question, want to hear about a specific topic, or interview a specific artist, send me a message. Want to give me feedback on this podcast? Please click here (https://app.deform.cc/form/514ed32c-fa61-47a5-8968-29d81aa2fbbf).

BASE Creator Jesse Pollak: Why Most Crypto Traders Lose (And What to Do Instead) | E93

Jesse Pollak is the creator of Base, Coinbase's ethereum layer 2 network offering a secure, low-cost way for anyone to build decentralized apps onchain. He is also the Lead at Coinbase Wallet and a member of the Coinbase Exec Team. In this conversation, Jesse shares his deeply personal journey of building Base, from the intense pressure of early ideation to the physical and emotional toll of its launch. He opens up about almost quitting, losing 20 pounds from stress, and how his wife's intervention helped him through the darkest moments. Beyond the struggles, Jesse discusses his ambitious vision for an onchain future, predicting that "everything will be onchain in 5 years." From his unique background in Quaker schools to his unconventional problem-solving methods, Jesse offers rare insights into what it takes to build a platform that could transform how billions of people interact with the digital world. In this episode, we explore: Jesse’s mind and struggles What gave him a big chip on the shoulder How hard the beginning of Base was on a personal level Why the most successful products in crypto DO NOT have a token The Coinbase’s centralization Paradox How Jesse built the leading Ethereum Layer 2 in the crypto space. Why Jesse owns a Cryptopunk What it takes to be a successful founder in crypto Why Jesse cuts his hair earlier this year How Jesse finds solutions to the most complex problems! And much more!