Onchain Media Episode #010 with Pinto | Hosted by Rachel Onchain

In our latest episode of Onchain Media, we’re joined by Ben from Pinto! 🪙💚✨ This conversation is a deep dive into building a stable, sovereign financial future using tools that go beyond volatile assets. In this episode, we explore: ➡️ What makes Pinto different — a non-volatile, leviathan-free solution for crypto enthusiasts ➡️ How Pinto aims to create a more balanced and resilient onchain economy ➡️ Ben’s personal journey into crypto through the lens of economic freedom and sovereignty ➡️ Why stores of value alone aren’t enough — and what comes next ➡️ The importance of building systems that prioritize stability without centralized control If you’re ready to learn about practical, principled innovation in the onchain space, this conversation will open your mind to what’s possible! Join us as we unpack the mission behind Pinto and the vision for a more grounded, user-first crypto future. 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more insights and education from the frontier of the onchain world! — 🌐 Resources & Links: 🔗 Pinto Website – https://pinto.money 🔗 Join the Discord – / discord 🔗 Pinto X – https://x.com/pintodotmoney 🔗 Pinto White Paper – https://pinto.money/whitepaper — 🎥 Produced by: Onchain Media 📍 Join the conversation: t.me/letstouchbase

Inside Coinbase Ventures w/ Hoolie: How They’re Betting Big on Base, Builders & Onchain Innovation

In this special episode, I sit down with Hoolie, Head of Coinbase Ventures, one of the most respected VC firms in crypto. We cover everything from the origin of the Base Ecosystem Fund to how Coinbase Ventures is shaping the future of Web3 through strategic investments. 🧠🚀 From Echo investing to the rise of the Coinbase Mafia, this episode is packed with insights for founders, builders, and anyone curious about what it takes to get backed by one of the biggest players in the space. 🔥 What We Discuss: The story behind Coinbase Ventures and the Base Ecosystem Fund Echo investing & democratizing access to early-stage crypto deals Where CB Ventures is focusing today: stablecoins, crypto x AI, DeFi, and onchain consumer apps How they evaluate a good investment (real examples included) The culture of innovation at Coinbase and the rise of the "Coinbase Mafia" Hoolie’s personal story and journey to leading one of crypto’s top venture firms

Digital Fashion & Creative Freedom | Alice Delahunt (SYKY)

In Episode 2 of The Good News Is..., we’re joined by Alice Delahunt, founder and CEO of SYKY, for a conversation about the future of fashion in a digital world. From her leadership roles at Burberry and Ralph Lauren to launching a next-gen platform for emerging designers, Alice has been at the forefront of where tech meets creativity. We dive into how blockchain is reshaping the fashion industry, what digital identity really means, and why empowering creators is central to the next era of culture.

MUST CLANK SHOW | Ep. 6 - Checkr, Bankr, and the Future of Social Tokens

In this episode of Musk Clank, Jack Wyldes sits down with Proxy to dive deep into the ever-evolving world of onchain social tokens that make up the clankerverse. They explore:💥 The Checkr dashboard and how it tracks token activity on Farcaster🧠 Why social engagement matters just as much as price🛠 How Bankr and Clanker are reshaping the creator economy📊 The rise of social indexes and what they mean for crypto trading💡 How reply-clanking introduces new ways to support creators, charities, and causes🔥 The role of community, provenance, and transparent incentives in token ecosystemsIf you’re into crypto, Farcaster, or just want to understand where social + financial tools are heading, this episode is packed with insight.👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments.🧪 Explore Clankers: Clanker.world 🔗 Try Banker: bankr.botSubscribe for more deep dives, clank banter, and alpha from the onchain frontier.#Clanker #Crypto #Farcaster #OnchainSocial #Web3 #Banker #SocialTokens #MuskClank

Will Grok be the first AI Millionaire? | MUST CLANK Ep. 5 with MLeeJr

MLeeJr is tha mfer you’ve been hearing about—whether it’s his grind from waiting tables to navigating TradFi and crypto, or his relentless bull posting for Clanker, Bankr, and Base. He’s been riding the $DRB wave, backing Grok’s first coin, and making the case for AI’s first millionaire. In this episode, we dive into his journey, his mindset, and why he’s someone you need to be following on Base. Don’t miss this one! 🎧 Available now on Pods.media, YouTube, & Spotify. #MustClank #Base #MLeeJr "Cool mustache, very based" --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- How you can support! Collecting these episodes onchain allow us to continue sharing the stories and people that make up the Clankerverse and Base JackWyldes' Fan Token on Base - Cool Mustache CA: 0x14daf26c2507acdd3b64e3302d8554611026cc40 Chapters ________________________________________________________ 00:00 - Intro 01:16 - MLeeJr's Crypto beginnings 03:03 - Crypto in TradFi 07:23 - Good Lore and $100 Tip 15:30 - Telling his story on Farcaster and Paragraph 19:20 - Fortune favors the bold - MLee is bold 27:30 - Service Talk and MLee has never seen The Bear!? 29:50 - The NFT Boom and becoming the Mfer 42:40 - Social spaces/Joining Farcaster/Mfer Channel 57:50 - Being a Based Mfer - What makes Base the place 1:09:20 - The Clanker Saga - BEST LAUNCHPAD 1:20:20 - Deployer, TN100X, and Ham becomes Bankr 1:24:00 - How MLee social engineered the Bankr Clanker 1:34:25 - Grok Clanks - The $DRB Saga 1:46:50 - THE $DRB Narrative is good for everyone on Base 1:51:30 - Passionate $DRB and Base BULL pitch 1:59:10 - Quick Hitters - Weird Questions 2:07:45 - Outro! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Links Read his story on Paragraph: https://paragraph.xyz/@nfa/waiting-tables-to-wall-street Follow MLeeJr on X and Warpcast and check out Base Szn spaces https://warpcast.com/mleejr https://x.com/MLeeJr Follow Us: JackWyldes: https://x.com/JackWyldes Proxy: https://x.com/_proxystudio Zero Rights Media: https://x.com/zerorightsmedia Clanker: https://x.com/clankeronbase

"Take It To The BANKR" with TN100X & BANKR Founder 0xDeployer | ZEROPOD S2 E13

Welcome back, fearless Ethereum enjoyooors to another episode of ZEROPOD. And this episode is a special one because it is actually the very first podcast appearance by the elusive figure known only as 0xDeployer aka Big Daddy Ham, the creator of so many things but most recently the breakout success Bankr, an in-feed ai agent that can trade for you using natural language on X and Farcaster. Hosts Toady Hawk and JackWyldes dig in with Deployer to hear about his childhood, his crypto journey and the exhaustive lineage of all his projects leading up to Bankr, including The LP, TN100X, Hamchain and more. We learn that he taught himself to code from a book at Barnes & Noble, we hear about how he first bought Ethereum at $80 (and sold it at $90), and we get some exclusive alpha like the fact that he has a secret Bankr cofounder and fancies himself a glamper. All this and more, we hope you enjoy! If you do enjoy our content, please Like, Comment and Subscribe to help us reach more people on this app. --- Timestamps: 0:00 - The $DRB Story 2:16 - Welcome to ZEROPOD! – Special guest 0xDeployer joins the show 2:50 - First Podcast Appearance 4:06 - The Challenges of Anonymity 6:01 - Early Tech Influences – Super Nintendo, Zelda, and the 90s tech era 8:52 - Shifting Back to Quality Content – Decentralization vs. algorithmic extremes 11:42 - The Rise of AI & Misinformation – A scary but fascinating future 14:00 - Childhood Coding Journey – From Geocities to Onchain 19:18 - Learning to Code the Hard Way – A failed interview and a book from Barnes & Noble 21:16 - Falling Down the Crypto Rabbit Hole – CryptoKitties and digital ownership 24:57 - Decentralization Matters – Why blockchain beats traditional systems 31:12 - Discovering Farcaster – A decentralized social network for builders 36:04 - Onchain Tipping & Ham Token 42:02 - "The LP" Mechanic & Experimental Tokenomics 50:18 - The Ham Cult & Building a Loyal Community 53:35 - Banker’s Origin Story – The AI trading agent that took over 57:51 - How Banker Coin Was Born – A chaotic, unexpected launch 1:04:26 - The Evolution of Crypto Twitter – Real builders vs. max extraction 1:06:37 - Why Focus on X (Twitter)? – Scaling beyond Farcaster 1:08:54 - Debt Relief Bot 1:10:32 - How Bankr Became the First Clanker Deployment Method on X 1:12:45 - The Power of Viral Narratives 1:15:27 - Bankr’s Future Roadmap 1:18:14 - Introducing the Bankr Club 1:21:05 - Thoughts on AI’s Role in Ochain Space 1:24:40 - Outro --- Podcast recorded by Toady Hawk and JackWyldes, edited by Toady Hawk, JackWyldes and Santhosh. Hosted by Toady Hawk and JackWyldes. Music by Toady Hawk, SuperTightWoody & Suno AI. Ad spot by JackWyldes. Produced by Zero Rights Media. This content is zero rights reserved (cc0), please remix and reuse it in any way you like!

The Tales of Web3 S3 with Dylan (Episode 030)

Welcome to THE TALES OF WEB3 - Season Three! In this new season, we will continue to go behind the scenes with the most epic builders, exploring their mindsets, past decisions, what they've learned on the road, and the journeys that shaped who they are today. For the third episode of Season Three, we are excited to welcome Dylan, Founder of Crypto: The Game to the podcast. Welcome to Season 3, have fun at the Resurrection Island!

Episode 11 – Building at the Frontier with Dariya + Brandon of Layer3

Coach Coale talks with Dariya Khojasteh and Brandon Kumar, co-founders of Layer 3, about their origin story, the challenges of building in crypto, and the impact of in-person collaboration. They share the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, the role of risk in growth, and why speed and adaptation matter more than perfection. Through personal stories and hard-earned lessons, they offer insights on co-founder dynamics, navigating crypto, and shaping identity through action—and attention. 🔑 Key Takeaways: 🚀 Building a startup is tough—especially in crypto—but offers huge rewards. 🤝 In-person collaboration strengthens teams in ways remote work can’t. 🧩 Co-founder relationships are key—finding complementary strengths matters. 🌍 Crypto’s distribution landscape is unique, requiring new growth strategies. 🎯 Risk-taking is essential, but belief in yourself shapes how you handle it. ⚡ Iteration beats perfection—getting a product out fast is crucial. 🎢 The founder journey is extreme—highs are exhilarating, lows are brutal. 🧠 Perspective is powerful—how you see a challenge changes how you navigate it. Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction & Personal Updates 02:57 – Coaching & Team Dynamics 06:01 – The Power of In-Person Collaboration 09:06 – The Challenges of Building in Crypto 12:01 – Layer 3’s Role in Crypto & Distribution 14:57 – The Origin Story of Layer 3 (Dariya’s Perspective) 17:48 – Founders' Journey & Lessons Learned 26:18 – Taking Smart Risks in Entrepreneurship 36:01 – The Power of Perspective in Leadership 40:51 – Iteration, Growth & Startup Success 46:46 – Final Reflections & Takeaways 🎧 Follow Layer3 at layer3.xyz and on Twitter (@layer3xyz).

Courtside Crypto Episode 3: Build Your Tomorrow with Moonwell

In this episode, Tristan sits down with Luke Youngblood from Moonwell to dive into their mission of bringing the world onchain with powerful financial tools designed for everyone. From Moonwell's new VISA debit card to virtual bank accounts, Luke explains how Moonwell is simplifying onchain finance and empowering people across the globe to take control of their financial futures. 00:00 - Introduction 01:44 - Who is Luke Youngblood 03:30 - Moonwell Mission and Vision 06:40 - Virtual Bank Accounts 10:54 - The Power of Stablecoin Payments 18:45 - TradFi vs. DeFi 21:00 - Saving in Moonwell Vaults 25:00 - Doing More with Moonwell 29:00 - From Memes to Onchain Finance 34:15 - Lending Made Simple 36:45 - What’s Next for Moonwell 38:42 - Starting Your Crypto Journey 📲 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell 🔔 for updates on future episodes!

Idea sex & stolen hearts - pplpleasr in LF 🍸

pplpleasr/Emily is an artist and the founder of Shibuya. She created Shibuya's White Rabbit and Linkin Park's "Lost" music video among other projects. She has a spicy side and a religious devotion to chili as you will discover in this session 🌶️ you know u want to be a producer of the show. subscribe on Hypersub ⁠⁠⁠https://www.hypersub.xyz/dashboard/los-fomos-fm-producer-yfpf5xwg6qkg⁠⁠⁠ Follow us everywhere but start here on Farcaster: ⁠https://warpcast.com/~/channel/los-fomos⁠⁠⁠ and on X ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/LosFomos⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

"Keep it Gdupi, Stupi" with 'Degenerative Artist' Yon from Peaceful Groupies & GDUPI | ZEROPOD S2 E7

Welcome back to another episode of ZEROPOD, a zero copyright video podcast for people who enjoy Ethereum. Our guest this week on ZEROPOD, is from the artistic side of the onchain world— Yon, the self described “degenerative artist” behind The Peaceful Groupies, the Yon Experience and most recently, one of the first artcoins launched via the clanker AI agent on farcaster: Redacted Gdupi. On this episode, we talk about Yon’s youth in a small Argentinian town, how he moved to Europe and carved his own way as an artist, how he has been a constant early adopter of onchain techs and trends, and what’s next for him and $GDUPI. We hope you enjoy this conversation with an onchain CC0 art legend, and if you do, please remember to like and subscribe! Thank you to our partner sponsors at clanker.world for helping to make this content possible. Clanker is the easiest way to deploy a token on Base. 
 — Timestamps • 0:00 - GDUPI Origins • 1:35 - Welcome to ZEROPOD, introducing Yon. • 2:59 - Yon’s upbringing in Chaco, Argentina • 3:55 - Early love for character design, video games, and art • 4:56 - Childhood gaming • 6:25 - Yon the Baller • 8:50 - The Paris Period • 11:00 - Saving money and finding time for art • 12:50 - Discovering clients through Reddit subreddits • 14:10 - Parental perceptions of an art career • 16:01 - “Every piece is a portrait of what I’m living in that moment.” • 17:03 - Introduction to crypto and saving in Ethereum • 19:00 - Early experiments with CS:GO skins and CryptoKitties • 21:00 -Discovering NFTs • 22:20 - A Word About Our Sponsors Clanker.World • 23:10 - Yon’s first NFT purchase was a Beeple • 25:00 - Minting on Rarible and building early collections • 26:50 - Experimenting with telegram auction houses • 28:00 - Creating Peaceful Groupies and generative art • 31:00 - The challenges of launching a hyped NFT collection • 32:40 - Mentorship from 9999 and learning about contracts • 35:00 - Joining Farcaster and exploring new creative outlets • 39:00 - The Reply Guys channel and community-driven art • 41:50 - The Reply Guys t-shirt and embracing CC0 licensing • 44:00 - Perspectives on piracy, creativity, and open art • 48:00 - Organizing minted collections and planning for the future • 51:00 - Reflections on the Yellow Collective’s first year • 54:00 - GDUPI: origins, meme culture, and experiments with Clanker • 57:40 - Thoughts on memecoins and tokenizing moments • 1:00:30 - The distribution powers of ERC-20 tokens. • 1:02:20 - Moving from Argentina to LA and the creative scene in the US • 1:04:00 - Planning for the future and growing the Yon ecosystem • 1:06:10 - What’s next for GDUPI, NFTs, and personalized 1/1 art • 1:07:00 - Yon turns the tables on Toady • 1:11:10 - Closing thoughts on creativity, 2025 plans, and the onchain journey — Podcast recorded by Toady Hawk, edited by Toady Hawk, JackWyldes and Santhosh. Hosted by Toady Hawk. Music by Toady Hawk, SuperTightWoody & Suno AI. Ad spot by JackWyldes. Produced by Zero Rights Media. Custom NFT thumbnail hand illustrated by Yon himself! This content is zero rights reserved (cc0), please remix and reuse it in any way you like! #base #onchain #groupies #art #clanker #artist

Ep. 5 | Beyond the Skyline: Denise Williams' Rise in Dubai Real Estate

SUBSCRIBE & WATCH MORE ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/@lastflightoutpodcast  In this episode, join hosts Mike and Jay as they sit down with the dynamic Denise Williams, CEO, and founder of Williams & Co International Realty. Not just a powerhouse in business, Denise is also the author of the captivating autobiography "From Broke to Broker." Get ready for an exclusive conversation that goes beyond business and delves into the intricacies of balancing motherhood with building an empire! Here’s a glimpse of what you can expect in this episode: Dubai Embrace: Denise shares her journey from Atlanta to Dubai, emphasizing the warm embrace she received in the city. Despite initial concerns, she has successfully built a thriving business in Dubai. Global Recognition: Denise's accolades include being named the Real Estate Expert of the Year in 2022 and being recognized as a finalist at the Woman of Statue Global Awards in Dubai. Her impact is not only in business but also in the global real estate arena. Trailblazing in Dubai: As the first black American woman to run a global brokerage in Dubai, Denise discusses the challenges she faced and the stereotypes she had to overcome. Life Beyond Business: While showcasing her serious and focused side on social media, Denise shares her plans to open up more about her personal life and interests. Balancing Act: Denise, a proud mom, gets candid about juggling the roles of a mother and a businesswoman. Gain insights into how she navigates the delicate balance, a must-listen for aspiring mompreneurs. Join Mike and Jay in this insightful conversation with Denise Williams, where she shares her remarkable journey, challenges, victories and the unique experience of being a trailblazer in Dubai's real estate landscape. Don't forget to subscribe, share and leave a comment! Stay tuned for more inspiring stories on "The Last Flight Out" podcast. 🌍✈️ #podcast #shorts #bts #dubai #abudhabi #uae #nyc #expat #latino #blackpodcast #latinopodcast #expatlife #lastflightout #goodbye #flights #overseas #newepisode #podcastepisode #denisewilliams #denisethebroker #dubairealestate #realestate #dubaibroker #internationalrealestate FOLLOW OUR HOSTS:  Jay ➡️ https://instagram.com/jloubriel26  Mike ➡️ https://instagram.com/ifmikewashere  FOLLOW LAST FLIGHT OUT PODCAST:  YouTube ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/@lastflightoutpodcast  Website ➡️ https://www.lastflightoutpodcast.com  Instagram ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/lastflightoutpodcast/  Twitter ➡️ https://twitter.com/LFOpodcast  TikTok ➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/@lastflightoutpodcast  Facebook ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551240810689  Linkedin ➡️ https://https://www.linkedin.com/company/100010551/  Apple Podcasts ➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/last-flight-out-podcast/id1711422290  Spotify ➡️ https://open.spotify.com/show/2xZJhd2qIw5IxV4VBQufZn

Ethereum vs. Solana: The Smart Contract Debate | Internet Explorers Ep. 62

What’s the better bet for the future of crypto: Ethereum’s infinite possibilities or Solana’s hyper-optimized approach? In Episode 62 of Internet Explorers, co-hosts Jess Sloss and Josh Cornelius dive into the philosophical and practical debate shaping the next era of blockchain innovation. This episode explores: * Ethereum vs. Solana: Are we heading toward a decentralized NASDAQ or a broader trustless Internet? * Rodeo’s Rise: Why NFT creators are flocking to social-first platforms. * AI in Markets: Unpacking “hallucination yield” and how LLMs could redefine crypto adoption. * Crypto’s UX Barrier: Why onboarding remains a pain point—and how platforms can fix it. * Managed Agents and Networks: How agent marketplaces might reshape AI and DeFi intersections. From crypto's ideological debates to the practical challenges of onboarding, this episode offers sharp insights for builders, investors, and explorers at the edge of the Internet. Whether you're team Ethereum, team Solana, or just curious, this conversation provides a deep dive into the forces shaping the decentralized future. Chapters: 00:00 - Opening: Sentiment Shifts 06:00 - Ethereum vs. Solana Contracts 14:00 - Rodeo vs. Zora Explained 22:00 - AI’s Role in Crypto Markets 30:00 - Crypto’s UX Challenges 36:00 - The Agent Marketplace Future 44:00 - NFT Speculation: Next Steps 51:00 - Managed Networks and Agents 57:00 - Closing Reflections Internet Explorers is a weekly rundown show where extremely online individuals broadly explore (romanticize, even) new consumer Internet experiences. Join us⁠ live on Twitter/X, Fridays 10am PT / 1pm ET. Seed Club Twitter: https://x.com/seedclubhq Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/internet-explorers/id1756599282 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iJk3xZoij7pVhlNbTP9qS?si=4cda0ac044dc4c6a Pods.media: https://pods.media/internet-explorers

Ep. 1 | The Takeoff

SUBSCRIBE & WATCH MORE https://www.youtube.com/@lastflightoutpodcast Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Last Flight Out Podcast! We're thrilled to have you join us on this unfiltered journey where professional aspiration meets global exploration. Our goal is to inspire you to eventually punch your ticket to your Last Flight Out towards that place or destination you've been dreaming about for so long. Your hosts, Mike and Jay, are two born and bred New Yorkers who embarked on their own last flights out to pursue greater goals and experiences in life that they couldn't have imagined otherwise. In this episode, we introduce the podcast's concept, theme and mission. We'll provide real insights into expat experiences, discussing our motivations, ups, downs, and unique journeys. Expect unscripted, authentic, and raw content. Join Mike and Jay as they delve into their personal journeys of becoming expats, touching on their initial reactions when they arrived in their new countries and the unexpected paths their lives took. They share their insights into personal growth, newfound perspectives, and the emotional challenges of being away from home. They also discuss how the UAE, their current base, has evolved since their arrival, including the changing nightlife scene and opportunities for women.  We hope you enjoyed this one! Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and comment with your feedback and topic suggestions for future episodes. #podcast, #shorts #bts #dubai #abudhabi #uae #nyc #expat #latino #blackpodcast #latinpodcast #expatlife  FOLLOW LAST FLIGHT OUT PODCAST: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lastflightoutpodcast Website: https://www.lastflightoutpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lastflightoutpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/LFOpodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lastflightoutpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551240810689 Mike’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ifmikewashere/ Jay’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jloubriel26/

"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!

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.

Virtuals Cofounder EverythingEmpty on how to launch a $200m AI Agent and $Virtuals flywheel

In this episode of Chris Just a Pod we talk with Virtuals Cofounder WeeKee also known as EverythingEmpty. We talk about: - How anyone can launch a $200m AI Agent - $Virtuals flywheel and becoming a "nation" - Agent Starter: Virtuals' inhouse AI Agent Incubator All that and more! Thanks for listening :) Connect with EverythingEmpty: https://x.com/everythingempt0 https://www.virtuals.io/ Connect with Chris: https://x.com/Christafarious Lens: @chriscomrie Farcaster: @chriscomrie

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?

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.

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.

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/

How gmoney Created Crypto’s Hottest Club Using Free NFTs

Mint Season 5, Episode 12 featured gmoney, a prominent NFT collector, advocate, and occasional disruptor. The episode covered a range of topics, including tips for building a personal brand, the role of pseudonymous identity in crypto, and innovative approaches like the free mint for bootstrapping Web3 CRMs. Gmoney also shared insights on preserving quality in curated communities, the intersection of Web3 and fashion, and the vision behind creating an independent marketplace with Admit 1, offering a deep dive into the evolving world of NFTs and Web3 culture.

Violetta Zironi on How to Sell a Song for 1 Bitcoin and Throwing a Concert 30,000 feet High on a Plane

Violetta Zironi on How to Sell a Song for 1 Bitcoin and Throwing a Concert 30,000 feet High on a Plane Violetta Zironi is an Italian singer songwriter & actress. She's also a Music blockchain explorer. In this episode Chris and Violetta talk about how she recently sold her song for 1 Bitcoin and what she had to do to prepare. She also talks about a crazy flight concert she hosted on a flight from Dubai to Singapore. Also in this episode she talks about her upcoming tour, performance at Art Basel and how other musicians can create Music NFTs. Connect with Violetta: https://linktr.ee/violettazironi Violetta's Twitter: @ZironiVioletta Connect with Chris: https://x.com/Christafarious Lens: @chriscomrie Farcaster: @chriscomrie

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.

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.