Going Viral Onchain, Adin Ross' Livestream, and ETH Cope | NAC Ep. 7
Dive into an electric discussion of Not A Cartel (NAC) with Cooper, Adam, David, and Lucas as they cover: - Adam's experience in the SOL trenches at Mtn DAO - Farcaster acquiring Supercast - How Coinbase aims to go viral onchain in 2025 - Layer3 shipping at an insane rate - Adin Ross' livestream And finally some ETH cope to round out the episode. Enjoy :)
Idea sex & stolen hearts - pplpleasr in LF 🍸
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Filling the gaps in transportation with Boyd Reid
Derek Folk and Fred VanVleet sit down with Boyd Reid, the Co-Founder and COO of Hop in Technologies, an app that helps mobilize transportation options and logistics - enabling employees to get to work efficiently and incentivizing them to commute during a pandemic when the popularity of remote work is skyrocketing. Born and raised in Ajax, Hop in Technologies stemmed from the idea that transportation and commuting is a global issue that needs a solution and is rooted in economic development. With his high school friend Erich Ko, they developed Hop in Technologies, to help employers retain and attract talent to the workforce while minimizing any existing transportation barriers. Acknowledging COVID as both a challenge and opportunity, Boyd chats with Derek and Fred and gains insight on how to grow Hop in Technologies from a local app to a global app. Setting his sights on expansion both in the States and beyond requires both financial and human capital, and Derek and Fred are there to offer invaluable insight and advice.
E105: How To Get Rich With Crypto AI And Content (Without Getting Lucky) - Kaito AI Founder
In this episode, we dive deep into the evolving landscape of crypto, AI, and the attention economy with Yu Hu, founder of Kaito AI, the revolutionary platform reshaping how information, influence, and capital are distributed. _________________________________ PARTNERS 💳 Trezor is the safest cold storage wallets for crypto security and financial independence. Buy your Trezor Wallet: https://affil.trezor.io/aff_c?offer_i... 🚀 Jupiter is the most used Decentralized Exchange in Crypto and the largest DEX by volume on Solana. https://jup.ag/ 💧Sui is a first-of-its-kind Layer 1 blockchain and smart contract platform designed to make digital asset ownership fast, private, secure, and accessible. https://sui.io/ 🤖 SwissBorg is Europe’s top trusted crypto app offering user-centric investment platforms and DeFi asset management with reliability and innovation. Sign up with this link and earn up to €100 : https://join.swissborg.com/r/kevinH6E7 ♾ Coinsilium provides vital funding and expert advice to Web3 and AI-powered early-stage technology companies. https://www.coinsilium.com 🔘 Mantle Network enhances dApp development with Ethereum's security, low fees, and quick transactions through innovative layer-2 technology. Users can stake ETH for mETH, contributing to a transparent, community-driven ecosystem governed by $MNT token holders, fostering innovation and collaboration. https://www.mantle.xyz __________________________________ FOLLOW YU HU • Twitter: https://x.com/Punk9277 • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yuhu9277/ • Website: https://www.kaito.ai/ FOLLOW KEVIN & WHEN SHIFT HAPPENS👇 Twitter (X): https://x.com/KevinWSHPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinwshpod/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Website: https://www.podpage.com/when-shift-happens/ DISCLAIMER The info contained herein is for informational purposes only. Nothing herein shall be construed to be financial, legal, or tax advice. The content of this video is solely the opinions of the speakers who are not a licensed financial advisor or registered investment advisor. Trading cryptocurrencies poses considerable risk of loss. The speakers do not guarantee any particular outcome. 0:00 Trailer 1:45 Please Subscribe 2:07 Our Valued Sponsors 2:43 Who is Yu Hu? 4:01 Taking Kaito Public 5:20 The Mission Behind Kaito 8:18 Why Builders Choose CryptoPunks 10:26 NFTs 11:49 Mobility Is Everything in Crypto 12:18 Trezor 13:12 Mobility Is Everything in Crypto 17:18 Lessons Learned from Citadel 20:27 How Citadel Shaped Kaito AI 23:56 Trading Proves Reality 27:48 Traditional Finance VS Crypto 28:41 Why Most Traders Fail 31:39 AI Aha Moment 34:51 How Hedge Funds Use AI First 38:27 Why AI Is Killing Trading 42:15 Crypto Currencies Fascination 45:14 What is KaitoAI 46:31 Why Launch KaitoAI 47:14 What is InfoFi? 51:00 Learning to Unlearn 55:04 Having a Personal Brand 58:56 Entrepreneurs Can’t Ignore Personal Brand 1:01:56 Attention is the Currency 1:05:51 Creator Monetization Is Broken 1:10:53 Elon’s Strategy: More Content, Not Better 1:13:05 Incentivizing Quality Content 1:16:45 Web3 Turns Attention Into Currency 1:18:18 AIXBT & the Attention Economy 1:21:06 Will AI KOLs Replace Humans? 1:26:57 Why Tokenize a Business? 1:29:53 Fixing the Broken KOL Model 1:36:38 Key to a Successful Token Business 1:38:30 How Social Airdrops Change the Game 1:43:36 What is Mindshare? 1:47:42 What YAPS Really Represents 1:53:01 Why Social Scores Matter in Crypto 1:55:35 How the Kaito AI Algorithm Works 2:00:13 The Real Purpose of YAPS 2:01:04 Why YAPS Can’t Be Farmed 2:04:39 Why Kaito NFTs Are So Valuable 2:06:53 What is Proof of Attention? 2:10:43 What Kaito Learned From Hyperliquid 2:14:38 How Kaito AI Grew 110X 2:16:17 Stop Copying, Start Creating 2:18:46 Being a Solo Founder 2:23:03 Social Scores Beyond Crypto 2:26:17 Kaito’s Vision for the Future 2:28:01 The Exciting Future 2:29:11 Prediction for the Next 12 Months?
E100: How Memecoins Will Create the Most Millionaires in World History (with Luca Netz & Meow)
In this episode, we dive deep into the future of crypto, community, and memecoin driven wealth creation with two of the sharpest minds in Web3 - Luca and Meow - in anticipation of the highly hyped Pudgy penguins' PENGU memecoin launch. Luca Netz, is the owner and CEO of Pudgy Penguins, the second largest NFT project by market capitalization (nearly $1 Billion). Luca has turned Pudgy Penguins into a powerhouse of culture and innovation, setting the gold standard for how brands thrive in the NFT space. Meow, Co-Founder of Jupiter Exchange, the go-to decentralized trading platform on Solana and the largest DAO in the world. This conversation covers: -Why memecoins are creating millionaires and reshaping crypto narratives. -How NFT communities, like Pudgy Penguins, are building trust and engagement in the Web3 world. -The role of Solana and decentralized platforms like Jupiter in the future of crypto trading. -Strategies for balancing community growth with liquidity and business needs. -The power of storytelling and product-first marketing in driving adoption. -Lessons from past bull runs and the key to identifying the next big opportunities. And much more! __________________________________ PARTNERS 🚀 Jupiter is the most used Decentralized Exchange in Crypto and the largest DEX by volume on Solana. https://jup.ag/ 💧Sui is a first-of-its-kind Layer 1 blockchain and smart contract platform designed to make digital asset ownership fast, private, secure, and accessible. https://sui.io/ 🤖 SwissBorg is Europe’s top trusted crypto app offering user-centric investment platforms and DeFi asset management with reliability and innovation. Sign up with this link and earn up to €100 : https://join.swissborg.com/r/kevinH6E7 ♾ Coinsilium provides vital funding and expert advice to Web3 and AI-powered early-stage technology companies. https://www.coinsilium.com 🔘 Mantle Network enhances dApp development with Ethereum's security, low fees, and quick transactions through innovative layer-2 technology. Users can stake ETH for mETH, contributing to a transparent, community-driven ecosystem governed by $MNT token holders, fostering innovation and collaboration. https://www.mantle.xyz __________________________________ FOLLOW MEOW & JUPITER • Twitter: https://x.com/weremeow • Website: https://meow.bio/ • Twitter: https://x.com/JupiterExchange FOLLOW LUCA NETZ & PUDGY PENGUINS • Twitter: https://x.com/LucaNetz • Twitter: https://x.com/pudgypenguins • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pudgypenguins • Website: https://www.igloo.inc/ FOLLOW KEVIN & WHEN SHIFT HAPPENS👇 Twitter (X): https://x.com/KevinWSHPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinwshpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinfollonier_ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Website: https://www.podpage.com/when-shift-happens/ __________________________________ DISCLAIMER The info contained herein is for informational purposes only. Nothing herein shall be construed to be financial, legal, or tax advice. The content of this video is solely the opinions of the speakers who are not a licensed financial advisor or registered investment advisor. Trading cryptocurrencies poses considerable risk of loss. The speakers do not guarantee any particular outcome. __________________________________ 0:00 Trailer 1:26 Please Subscribe 1:49 Our Valued Sponsors 2:25 Future of Money and Community 3:03 Jupiter’s Impact on Solana 6:13 Balancing Community and Business 9:28 The Product is the Marketing 14:08 Every Coin is a Meme Coin 15:19 Evolving Pudgy Penguins Strategy 19:31 Competition and Stress in Web3 24:24 IP: Crypto’s Trojan Horse 27:04 IP: L2s and the Consumer Gap 32:06 Base vs. Entire L2 Ecosystem 39:23 Should Every Community Have a Stablecoin? 41:27 Synergy Between Tokens and Community 47:20 Key Elements of Building a Community 52:00 Empathy in Community Building
E98: Solana's Leading Expert Explains How It Hits $1,000
Mert Mumtaz is the co-founder of Helius Labs, a leading Solana Infrastructure provider company backed by Peter Thiel's Founders Fund. Mert is one of the biggest personalities in the Solana ecosystem and one of the few voices who was hyper bullish and supporting Solana since the $8 SOL low in November 2022 after the FTX collapse. In this episode, Mert shares his unfiltered insights on why Solana is set for explosive growth, despite market doubts. We dive into how Helius is helping developers build faster and more efficiently on Solana, the $1 Trillion opportunity within the ecosystem, and why Mert believes Solana will hit over $1,000. In this conversation, we discuss: - Why Solana is the blockchain to watch. - The critical role Helius is playing in Solana’s growth. - Why the collapse of FTX is actually a win for Solana. - The $1 Trillion billion opportunity most people miss. - Mert’s mission to accelerate Solana’s growth. - How Solana will reach $1,000. - How Mert turned Baldness into a superpower - Stoicism and risk taking - How losing his mum at a young age impacted Mert's hunger for life And much more! __________________________________ FOLLOW MERT & HELIUS • Twitter: https://x.com/0xMert_ • Twitter: https://x.com/heliuslabs • Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mertmumtaz • Website: https://www.helius.dev/ FOLLOW KEVIN & WHEN SHIFT HAPPENS👇 Twitter (X): https://x.com/KevinWSHPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinwshpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinfollonier_ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Website: https://www.podpage.com/when-shift-happens/ __________________________________ PARTNERS 🚀 Jupiter is the most used Decentralized Exchange in Crypto and the largest DEX by volume on Solana. https://jup.ag/ 💧Sui is a first-of-its-kind Layer 1 blockchain and smart contract platform designed to make digital asset ownership fast, private, secure, and accessible. https://sui.io/ 🤖 SwissBorg is Europe’s top trusted crypto app offering user-centric investment platforms and DeFi asset management with reliability and innovation. Sign up with this link and earn up to €100 : https://join.swissborg.com/r/kevinH6E7 ♾ Coinsilium provides vital funding and expert advice to Web3 and AI-powered early-stage technology companies. https://www.coinsilium.com 🍷 Dvin is building the operating system for the $100 billion wine industry. https://www.dvinlabs.com/ __________________________________ DISCLAIMER The info contained herein is for informational purposes only. Nothing herein shall be construed to be financial, legal, or tax advice. The content of this video is solely the opinions of the speakers who are not a licensed financial advisor or registered investment advisor. Trading cryptocurrencies poses considerable risk of loss. The speakers do not guarantee any particular outcome. #Entrepreneurship #Crypto #news __________________________________ 0:00 Introduction 1:28 Please Subscribe 1:50 Our Valued Sponsors 2:26 The System Isn’t Your Ally 5:03 Society’s Expectations for Men 6:57 Trump’s Tweet and Viral Chaos 8:44 Misinformation in Media Reporting 13:51 Accelerating World Computation 17:49 Breaking Shackles to Accelerate Progress 22:39 Fueling Action with Discontent 24:28 Pursuing Meaning Over Happiness 26:31 Lessons Learned Through Loss 33:03 DVIN Labs 33:26 Embracing the Bald Identity 42:37 Crypto World Fascination 49:30 Nicotine and Creative Stimuli 53:40 Turning SOL Doubters Into Believers 59:24 The Reply Guy Role in Crypto 1:03:47 Building Teams for Big Goals 1:06:49 FTX Collapse to Solana Leadership 1:10:01 Paranoia Fuels Solana’s Growth 1:14:12 What is Helius? 1:17:23 Why Big Money Backs Solana 1:21:27 Why Talking Isn’t Enough 1:25:33 Importance of Your Mindset 1:29:19 Biggest Prediction Next 12 Months?
Ep. 4 - Agents Takeover & Breakout Apps
Unpack the biggest crypto trends for 2025 with Cooper, Adam, Lucas, and David in this must-watch episode: - AI Agents: Are we ahead of the curve in AI adoption? What's next for AI and how you can leverage its rise. - App Insights: Cooper reveals his top app picks that are shaping our digital world. - Rodeo.club Breakthrough: Discover what Rodeo.club did right to surge in popularity. - DeSci Meets AI: Exploring the billion-dollar intersection of decentralized science and AI. - Controversial Takes: Pods faces tough criticism – how will they bounce back? - Risk Takers: What Solana has over Ethereum. Watch, learn, and gear up to make smart moves onchain this year.
Rebuilding the Creator Economy
For centuries, creators have given up a big share of their earnings for a chance to reach audiences. In 18th century England, authors’ desires to break free of censorship and exercise the power of the written word led to the growth of modern copyright law, a key pillar of the creator economy. But to this day, publishers and distributors of content have enormous power over how creators make money and grow with their audiences.What if that didn’t have to be the case? What if, by “going onchain” through blockchain-based apps and platforms, creators could gain complete ownership over their content and create new revenue models, where they (not publishers or platforms) could set the terms?We’ll examine what it means to create, consume, and connect onchain — and find out how this next evolution of the online world could rebuild the creator economy as we know it.
Unlocking Onchain Insights: Alex Svanevik on Nansen, AI, and the Future of Crypto
Mint Season 6, Episode 3 featured Alex Svanevik, CEO of Nansen.ai, the leading blockchain analytics tool for crypto traders. In this episode, we discussed how Nansen labels wallets and tracks onchain activity, Alex’s thoughts on artists tokenizing music, and the intersection of NFTs and DeFi. We also explored the state of AI in crypto, Nansen's acquisition of Ape Board, and the vision for their chat application. Alex shared strategies for creators to leverage onchain data and reflected on lessons he’s learned since founding Nansen. This conversation offers a deep dive into the trends shaping the crypto space. Enjoy this blast from the past.
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.
How Crypto is Changing the Landscape of Social Media Monetization
Mint Season 7, Episode 5 featured Farokh, a social media entrepreneur and the Founder of Rug Radio. During the hour, we explored the world of onchain social media, memes, and using NFTs to build communities. We covered the potential of monetizing media through crypto primitives, common themes found in viral meme pages and social media accounts, and strategies for converting web2 consumers into crypto collectors. Farokh also shared his motivation, focus strategies, and advice for creators aiming to launch their own NFT-driven media projects. I hope you enjoyed our conversation.
Ep. 3 - Are NFTs Back???
Are NFTs back? Join Adam, Coop, Lucas, and David as they harass each other about the resurgence of NFTs, meme coins, AI music, and virtual agents shaping the crypto landscape. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro: Are NFTs back? 02:08 - Meme coins rotating into NFTs: Is this the real comeback? 10:00 - AI agents in crypto: The rise of AIXBT and virtual ecosystems. 19:42 - Token distribution models: What works and what doesn’t? 25:53 - Artists in crypto: Onboarding creators with ease and retention strategies. 36:44 - Wallet wars: Phantom vs. MetaMask and the future of user experience. 54:19 - AI music revolution: Zerobro, Opium Records, and blending AI with creativity. 1:00:08 - Virtuals protocol: How a near-failed project became a $1.5B phenomenon. 1:02:16 - Wrap-up: What’s next for NFTs, meme coins, and virtual agents? Don't miss this deep dive and banter on the hottest topics in crypto.
I AM SHILAN
I am Shilan is the story of Iranian activist and refugee Shilan Mirzaee. Please help and share and visit www.m87.vc/shilan to take action! Special thank you to the Iranian Justice Collective!
British champion Naomi on pre-jump mantras, sandy bedsheets and massage guns
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Creator Royalties and NFT Marketplace Wars ft. John Crain of SuperRare
Mint Season 7 Episode 16 welcomed John Crain, the Co-Founder of the 1-of-1 digital art marketplace, SuperRare. In this conversation, we explored the early narratives surrounding NFTs and the state of the marketplace wars at the time, including SuperRare’s role and approach to creator royalties. We dove into the evolution of understanding DAOs and how they influenced spending behavior on the platform, as well as unexplored topics in NFTs and the intersection of surfing, Web3, and crypto. I hope you enjoyed our conversation.
CC0 Licensing: What is it and Why it Matters
Mint Season 5, Episode 4 featured Emma-Jane Mackinnon-Lee, Founder of DIGITALAX and The Copyright Cartel, a Web3 Creative Commons DAO. Emma-Jane explored the intricacies of the CC0 license, discussing what it is, how it works, and why dedicating rights to the public domain is a compelling case for creators. She shared her journey into Web3, lessons from Wall Street, and the motivation behind starting CC0 DAO. The episode also covered examples of CC0 licensing, how to capture value with it, and untapped areas for experimentation. I hope you enjoy this blast from the past.
Why Creators Should Own Their Minting Smart Contracts ft. Richerd Chan
Mint Season 4, Episode 25 featured Richerd Chan, Co-Founder of Manifold, Punk #6046, Professional NFT Degen, and smart contract artist. Richerd shared insights into Manifold's mission to empower web3 creators with true creative ownership, on-chain provenance, and interoperability across major NFT marketplaces. He reflected on his inspiration for starting Manifold, why NFTs brought crypto mainstream, and the benefits of self-sovereign contracts. The conversation also touched on music NFTs, using collector stats to grow audiences, and even a $9.5 million offer for a CryptoPunk. I hope you enjoy this blast from the past.
Ep. 2 - TikTok Memecoins & Onchain Chaos
Not A Cartel returns for Episode 2 to debate everything from memecoin madness to long-term strategies in the onchain economy. Highlights: - Meme Coins vs. Patronage: The great debate—can speculation and sustainability coexist? - Coop’s Vision: Why Coop Records is all in on fungible tokens and swap fees. - The TikTok Factor: How crypto culture is infiltrating mainstream platforms. - AI Agents Everywhere: David’s bold predictions for AI-driven content creators. - Building Community: Adam’s quest to crack Discord engagement. Enjoy :)
Exploring the Future of Onchain Media with Zack Guzmán of Coinage
Mint Season 7, Episode 1 welcomed Zack Guzman, Co-founder of Coinage Media, the first community-owned show answering crypto’s biggest questions. In this discussion, we took a deep dive into the world of Web3 media and explored the potential of decentralized technologies to revolutionize the industry. From the co-ownership model of the Coinage Network to the use of smart contracts in handling IP and ownership, we covered a range of topics and offered insights into how traditional media companies were adapting to the Web3 landscape. We also discussed the role of gatekeepers and intermediaries, the importance of involving audiences and collectors in communities, and the potential for composability and content interoperability in the Web3 world. It was an insightful conversation about the exciting future of media in the decentralized world.
Inside the Buz Economy: How $BUZ is Empowering Onchain Growth
This episode welcomes Joe Vezzani, Co-Founder and CEO of LunarCrush and the Buz Economy. Joe’s back on the pod, and this time, we’re diving into a big new collaboration with Buz, where collectors can earn $100,000 in incentives across 10+ episodes. We discuss how the Buz Economy is building a data-driven ecosystem to accelerate projects in crypto, AI, and frontier tech by leveraging social analytics and rewarding community engagement. Together, we break down what it takes to grow an onchain audience, how collectors can earn $BUZ, and what’s next for Buz and LunarCrush. I hope you enjoy our conversation.
Ep 1 - Agents Get LOUDER
Join us for episode 1 of Not A Cartel -- where 4 crypto founders discuss the state of the industry and all of the happenings. In this episode, they discuss: - AI Agents - The rise of artcoins - Getting LOUDER - OpenSea's 1M mints And much more. Hope you enjoy the episode.
Decoding the Intersection of Skating and DAOs with Gami of GnarsDAO
Mint Season 7 Episode 7 explored the fascinating intersection of skateboarding culture and the world of crypto as Gami, the founder of GnarsDAO, joined us. Gami shared his personal journey of discovering crypto and how his experiences with psychedelics shaped his principles and values. He also delved into the workings of GnarsDAO, its decision-making process, and the potential for growth with additional resources.
Alex Masmej Talks $DEGEN: Fueling Drakula's Growth and the Onchain Creator Economy
Join us in this episode as we sit down with Alex Masmej, the brain behind Drakula and a key player in the farcaster ecosystem. From his early days of conceptualizing Showtime as the 'Instagram of NFTs' to pioneering Drakula, Alex's journey is nothing short of remarkable. Drakula, now making waves as the 'TikTok of Web3', has seen an explosive start with over $30M in transactions in just two weeks, introducing a new and engaging way for fans to support video creators. Alex returns to the podcast to share the lessons learned from pivoting Showtime to creating Drakula, highlighting the strategic moves, go-to-market strategy, and the decision to adopt $DEGEN as the native currency of the app. I hope you enjoy our conversation and our genesis episode on Pods!
