"Without a Trace" featuring Anoncast founder Kartik Patel aka @slokh | ZEROPOD S2 E4

When Vitalik Buterin buys a memecoin to try your consumer zk social app, you know you’re onto something. Kartik Patel (aka @slokh) joins ZEROPOD to talk about Anoncast— the ZK-powered app that lets you post anonymously and trustlessly to Farcaster and Twitter/X from a web interface at anoncast.org. From hacking RuneScape mods as a kid to pulling endless hours at OpenSea during peak NFT chaos, Kartik shares his journey, the lore behind $ANON, and why he thinks ZK privacy is the future. Along the way: why Farcaster is the Silicon Valley of crypto, how he learned ZK programming from scratch in three weeks, and how "lore-first, product-second" might just be the future of bootstrapping. Join us to learn all about the cracked dev who made it possible to speak your mind on the internet, without a trace. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - When Vitalik tries your app 01:09 - ZEROPOD Intro 01:26 - Anon, A-non, Tomato, tomahto.03:13 - Young Kartik 04:00 - Hacking game mods 05:00 - Happy in his space (software developing) 07:13 - From defi protocols to NFTs 07:33 - Joined Opensea 08:13 - Working at Opens during peak NFT bull 09:33 - Working at Manifold and then striking out on his own 10:28 - Solo hacking 11:25 - Why was he attracted to building on Farcaster 12:13 - Better Farcaster branding 13:40 - Similar problems to Ethereum 15:13 - Building Nook farcaster client 18:23 - A Kartik Primer on the ANON Lore 21:51 - Kartik wasn’t even involved in ANON until after the CTO 23:00 - How the anoncast idea came to be 24:49 - New paradigm of products coming downstream of communities 27:13 - Why he wanted to build anoncast 28:16 - Vitalik buying $ANON and trying anoncast 29:40 - How does ZK privacy work? 31:18 - Why is ZK privacy important? 32:55 - How does anoncast work? 36:00 - The future of what curation could look like on anoncast… ZK-anon reddit? 38:00 - Favourite feature shipped on anoncast so far 41:00 - Learning ZK on the go 42:00 - Best use cases for anoncast? (Alpha?) 43:30 - How can people contribute to the project? 44:00 - Best place to learn how to use anoncast? 44:44 - What is he most excited about? 47:00 - Just build, have fun and differentiate 47:30 - What is the sloth backstory 48:00 - Outro Podcast recorded by Toady Hawk, edited by Toady Hawk and Santhosh. Hosted by Toady Hawk. Music by Toady Hawk, SuperTightWoody & Suno AI. This content is zero rights reserved (cc0), please remix and reuse it in any way you like!

#13 - @yonfrula

degenerative artist — /yon-experience · /groupies · $GDUPI

December 12, 2024: MSTR, NJ Drones, South Korean Impeachment Vote

Today is December 12, 2024, and here's all the news that's fit to predict: 1. $MSTR added to Nasdaq 100? 2. New Jersey mystery drones from foreign country? 3. # of votes for impeachment in South Korea? All of these stories are ongoing and subject to rapid change. Follow along at polymarket.com for live odds.

Building Web3’s Ultimate Gaming Community w/ Sam Vuong

In this episode of Growth Stories, Sam Vuong, Treasure’s CMO, shares her journey of building one of web3’s most active gaming communities. Highlights: 🎯 Decentralized marketing strategies that work. 📊 Metrics for scaling web3 games. 🚀 Why retention beats hype in gaming. 🎧 Tune in for exclusive insights and rewards! Connect with Sam: @samjvuong Follow Growth Stories: @growth_beast | @TheCrypthena

Episode 5 – Building Blockchain Conviction with Jai Bhavnani

Keywords Crypto, Waymont, Royco Protocol, Leadership, Conviction, Startup, Rari Capital, Building in Public, Inflection Points, Entrepreneurship, Emotional Drivers, Network, Technology, Liquidity, Price Discovery, Economic Efficiency, Innovation Summary In this conversation, Kevin Coale sits down with Jai Bhavnani, a leading voice in the crypto space, to explore his journey from launching a Minecraft mod to spearheading Waymont and the Royco Protocol. They delve into the challenges and opportunities of building a successful startup, the critical role of conviction in leadership, and the lessons Jai has carried forward from ventures like Rari Capital. The discussion highlights how to navigate uncertainty, the importance of committing fully to one’s vision, and the interplay between emotional and logical conviction in decision-making. Jai provides deep insights into the innovative Royco Protocol, its potential to transform liquidity and price discovery, and the role of community feedback in shaping groundbreaking ideas. Kevin and Jai also examine the broader implications of crypto technology, including its ability to democratize finance and enhance economic efficiency. Central to their conversation is the power of networks—both as a support system to challenge ideas and as a driver of innovation and growth in the ever-evolving crypto landscape. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction to Jai Bhavnani 03:01 - The Genesis of Waymont and Royco Protocol 06:06 - Building in Public: The Royco Experience 09:03 - Inflection Points: Lessons from Rari Capital 12:06 - Navigating Uncertainty: Preparing for Launch 14:50 - The Importance of Going All In 18:00 - Conviction in Leadership 21:01 - Finding Conviction: Logical vs Emotional 24:01 - Conclusion and Future Outlook 25:18 - Royco: A New Protocol in Crypto 29:04 - Emotional Drivers Behind Royco 38:34 - Conviction in the Crypto Industry 42:24 - The Importance of Network in Building Ideas

The Tales of Web3 S2 with Andy (Episode 021)

Welcome to THE TALES OF WEB3 - Season Two! In the new season, we will continue to go behind the scenes with the most epic builders and learn about their mindsets, the decisions they made in the past, and what made them who they are today. To make it more fun, we have added the hot takes section for season two, where every guest will be asked to share 1 hot take that is really, REALLY controversial! For S2 Episode 9, we are excited to welcome Andy, co-founder of The Rollup, to the podcast! Study Andy, study The Rollup.

The Internet We Could Have: Visions of Digital Hope [Podcast Teaser]

Dive into the future of digital spaces with Marv, a writer and marketer from Toronto, as he explores the transformative potential of technology. In this podcast, we challenge the narrative of tech pessimism and shine a light on innovators rebuilding the internet we wish to see. Key Themes: - Decentralization and open-source technology - Human creativity in tech development - Visionary solutions for a better digital world Listen ad-free and collect episodes at https://pods.media/is-this-the-new-internet Available wherever you listen to your podcasts. TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@newinternetpod Twitter - https://x.com/newinternetpod Insta - https://www.instagram.com/newinternetpod/ Bluesky - https://bsky.app/profile/newinternetpod.bsky.social Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/NewInternetPod Music generated by Mubert https://mubert.com/render

S10 E7 | The Future of Internet Communities w/JB Rubinovitz (Tenfold)

In this episode of Rehash, we’re speaking with JB Rubinovitz, founder of Tenfold, about their perspective on decentralized social platforms, particularly Warpcast, and the future of decentralized identity and reputation.

December 5: Barnier, Fauci, Johnson

Today's stories: 1. Michel Barnier out as prime minister of France in 2024? 2. Will Biden pardon Fauci? 3. Bryan Johnson’s average nighttime erection 2h 12m+ in Dec? To follow along live, head to polymarket.com. That's all the news that's fit to predict.

Pods, Perks, and the Onchain Media Shake-Up w/ Lucas Campbell

In this episode of Growth Stories, we’re joined by Lucas Campbell, co-founder of Pods, the platform revolutionizing how podcasts are minted and consumed onchain. Lucas shares insights on scaling Pods, driving creator engagement, and the future of onchain media. 🎧 Tune in & collect the episode for exclusive rewards! Connect with Lucas: @0x_LucasFollow Growth Stories: @growth_beast | @TheCrypthena

026 - memes.

@cameron and @christin chatted about memes! WATCH here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qodSTo6l3j4

Crate & The Future of Music Monetization | Joey Iny

In this episode we chat with Joey Iny, founder of onchain music trading platform, Crate. We dive into Joey’s background as a successful music producer, royalties and the brokenness of the music business, discovering crypto but not aligning with “collector culture,” the original idea for Crate, learnings & feedback from artists, Crate’s V2 launch & more.

How GenomesDAO Is Fixing Genetic Testing with Aldo de Pape

Follow Building in Public Podcast: https://x.com/builtnpublicpod In this episode, Aldo de Pape, the founder of GenomesDAO, discussed the challenges facing the genetic testing industry and how his organization is addressing them. He highlighted concerns around privacy and security, particularly in light of the increasing number of healthcare data breaches. GenomesDAO's approach prioritizes the safety and ownership of genomic data, contrasting their model with companies like 23andMe by ensuring individuals retain control over their biological samples and data via blockchain technology and partnerships with companies like AMD. Aldo also explained how GenomesDAO’s consent protocol allows individuals to be compensated for sharing their data with research partners, such as pharmaceutical companies. He discussed the value of genomic data and the ways users can engage with the platform, either by ordering a genetic testing kit or transferring data from other platforms. The episode also covered the demand side of GenomesDAO's business model, where the platform serves as secure infrastructure for genomic research, with growing interest from pharmaceutical companies. Through its focus on data ownership, security, and user empowerment, GenomesDAO is reshaping the genetic testing landscape. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:32 - Genomic Data and Privacy Concerns 02:20 - Challenges in the Genetic Testing Industry 03:58 - GenomesDAO's Mission and Approach 04:18 - Security Measures Compared to Traditional Companies 07:39 - Monetization and Data Ownership Issues 08:27 - Consent and User Engagement 10:42 - Getting Involved with GenomesDAO 12:21 - Point System and Health Reports 18:13 - Token Launch and Blockchain Details 19:13 - Building on BASE and Ecosystem Synergies 20:58 - Demand Side and Research Partnerships 25:08 - Conclusion Disclaimer: The hosts and the firms they represent may hold stakes in the companies mentioned in this podcast. None of this is financial advice.

Will Rate Cuts and Trump Spark a Bitcoin Supercycle? Bits + Bips

Bitcoin and SOL are flirting with all time highs, Ethereum is lagging behind, and the next six months could define the trajectory of crypto markets. In this episode of Bits + Bips, James Seyffart, Alex Kruger, and guest David Grider unravel the key stories driving the space: What could a meeting between Trump and Coinbase’s Brian Armstrong mean for crypto policy? Could a new Treasury Secretary pick become the industry’s biggest ally? And is Ethereum’s underperformance hiding a major comeback? Plus, what crypto categories might be winners in the near future.

#7 - @july

creating and destroying; built flying cars & autonomous vehicles, now building /faust, more here: /july, web: july.rocks

Context S4: Does Fashion Make Tech Cool? w/ Maghan McDowell, Senior Innovation Editor at Vogue Business

In the season 4 premier, Blake speaks with Maghan McDowell, senior innovation editor at Vogue Business, and gets a temperature check on how the fashion industry is embracing AI and NFTs. They review some of the most iconic fashion NFT collaborations including Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Nike, and go over what made them successful and what can be learned from them. Blake even asks if the fashion industry has actually abandoned NFTs and web 3 (spoiler alert: it has NOT!). They talk through one of the most exciting developments in the crypto fashion arena, Digital Product Passports (DPPs) and how Coach is leading the way on this. They continue by chatting about how generative AI will continue impact the fashion industry as well as advances in data science and machine learning. Blake also asks how Maghan defines digital fashion and why we aren’t seeing more influencers wearing digital fashion (***digital tailoring is hard!) They wind down by addressing the growth of Substack, its impact on journalism and Condé  Nast’s partnership with Open AI. If you’re a fashion person or interested in consumer tech, this one is for you. This episode is in partnership with Bonsai, a cross chain social token empowering creators across Lens, ZKsync and Base. This is a token that I actually use and love…you can even collect this episode on Orb with Bonsai :) Maghan’s X: https://twitter.com/MaghanMcD Blake's Context Orb Club: https://orb.club/c/context Blake’s X: https://twitter.com/blakefinucane Bonsai: https://orb.club/@bonsai Boys Club Newsletter: https://boysclub.beehiiv.com/

S10 E4 | SEC Insights on Crypto w/Hester Peirce

In this episode of Rehash, SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce joins us to talk about legal compliance and innovation in the crypto space.

Hyperactive Episode 15 - Silicon Valley Canon with Phil Mohun

We walk-and-talk with Bright Moments co-founder and renaissance man, Phil Mohun. Phil shares his degenerate beginnings dealing with cocaine-fueled Bitcoin miners, group investment victories, and 'enterprise blockchain', to imagining what the future of crypto can be like, working with startups, and eventually landing in Venice Beach, CA for the co-founding of Bright Moments.

YIELD TALKS: First Look at Boros, Pendle’s New Margin Trading for Yields

Dan is the Head of Growth at Pendle Finance. In this Yield Talks, we explore Boros, Pendle’s highly anticipated new protocol for yield trading with margin. Discover how Boros unlocks capital-efficient opportunities for hedging and speculation by enabling leveraged trading on yields, starting with funding rates. We’ll discuss the unique use cases Boros introduces, its role in extending yield trading across DeFi and TradFi, and how it integrates with Pendle’s ecosystem. If you’re curious about the future of onchain yield trading and what this innovation means for DeFi, this episode is for you. ------ 🔗 Essential Show Links 🔗 ► Edge Newsletter: https://the-edge.xyz ► Youtube: https://youtube.com/@defidad ► Apple: https://tinyurl.com/edgepod ► Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/edgepodspotify ► Linktree: https://linktr.ee/edge_pod ► Follow DeFi Dad: https://x.com/DeFi_Dad ► Follow Nomatic: https://x.com/Nomaticcap ► Learn about DeFi and Web3: http://defidad.com/ ------ The Edge Podcast Sponsor Resources ♦️ ⁠REDSTONE ORACLES⁠ | THE FASTEST GROWING ORACLE FOR DEFI ☀️ ⁠SUMMER.FI⁠ | THE BEST PLACE TO BORROW AND EARN IN DEFI 🧪 ⁠MANTLE⁠ | START YOUR RESTAKING JOURNEY TODAY WITH CMETH 🐡 ⁠PUFFER FINANCE⁠ | A LEADING INNOVATOR IN LIQUID RESTAKING, BASED ROLLUPS, AND AVS'S ------ Timestamps 0:00 - Intro 1:42 - Why Pendle built Boros? 5:00 - Yield trading with margin explained 7:43- Example trading funding rates 11:42 - When will Boros go live and who are the target users? 15:34 - Summer.fi, RedStone Oracle, Puffer Finance mid-roll 17:58 - Will Boros rely on the points meta? 21:45 - Which networks will Boros launch on? 23:56 - Tokenomics tied to Boros 28:01 - Mantle mid-roll 28:42 - Where will Boros value accrue to? 30:34 - Details for airdrop to vePENDLE holders 32:09 - Closing ------ 🔗 Guest Links 🔗 ► Pendle Website: https://pendle.finance ► Pendle on X/Twitter: https://x.com/pendle_fi ► Dan on X/Twitter: https://x.com/DDangleDan ------ If you're a DeFi/Web3 builder, contact our team at: https://fourthrevolution.capital/ All opinions expressed by hosts and podcast guests are solely their own opinions and not necessarily those of Fourth Revolution Capital. Podcast guests and 4RC may have positions in the assets or other matters discussed in this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions. Do your own research. This is not a recommendation or endorsement to buy any token(s) related to any platform(s) discussed.

Going Viral Onchain

This episode welcomes Cooper Turley, Founder of Coop Records. Cooper is a recurring guest on the pod, though this time, we focus all of our attention on how to go viral onchain. Consider this a round table discussion where him and I share our insights, lessons learned, and debate our perspectives on the current state of the onchain creator economy. I hope you enjoy our conversation.

021 - improv.

@cameron and @christin improvised this episode! WATCH the video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hoyvxi-C-ic

Hyperactive Episode 13 - We Are The Art with Chris Cocreated

We walk-and-talk with artist and community builder Chris Cocreated. Chris shares his journey from community theater to creating collaborative onchain art. We discuss We Are the Art, his latest project that explores participatory creation and collective expression, as well as the opportunities and challenges of fostering an authentic, engaged community in web3.

Hyperactive Episode 12 - m/branson

We walk-and-talk with artist m/branson. She shares her journey from fighting fires in Antarctica to rediscovering her love of print making, art, and design. We discuss her path to publishing work onchain, building a community of collectors and supporters with hypersub, and embracing a creative practice that spans multiple mediums.

Hyperactive Episode 11 - Design Everyday with 0xdesigner

We walk-and-talk with anonymous provocateur, 0xdesigner. He shares his journey to becoming a designer, his approach to communicating new ideas, breadth versus depth, building a body of work, inspiring others to action, shaping culture, and the conviction required to continue creating.

Black Raven | 1

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