Send us a text Links WebSite: https://app.backbonelabs.io/ Omniflex: https://omniflix.tv/bluecollarcrypto X Blue Collar Crypto: https://x.com/bccryptolearn X Backbone Labs: https://x.com/BackBone_Labs In this powerful episode of Blue Collar Crypto, host Phillip Simon sits down with JG from Backbone Labs—a standout builder in the Cosmos ecosystem. F…

Ryan Galvankar, founder of Plaza, joins to discuss the groundbreaking launch of on-chain bonds and leverage products built on Base. From a 10% ETH-backed yield to the role of institutions in DeFi, Ryan explores how Plaza is redefining decentralized finance. Tune in to understand why long-term ETH investments could outpace market cycles and how prog…

Most rollups today aren’t sovereign. They rely on a single sequencer, creating a major centralization risk. Josh Bowen, CEO of Astria Labs breaks down how shared sequencing fixes this—eliminating blockchain silos and making rollups more secure and interoperable. Without shared infrastructure, modular blockchains just become fragmented networks. We …

Melanie Mohr, Co-founder of PWR Labs, joins to talk about building a new kind of blockchain infrastructure—one that finally bridges Web2 and Web3. PWR Chain separates consensus from execution, enabling developers to build their own chains—called VIDAs—in any language: JavaScript, Python, C++, Rust, Move, Solidity. No VM restrictions, no validators …

Send us a text In this insightful episode, Phillip Simon sits down with Carter from Shade Protocol to dive deep into the world of privacy in cryptocurrency. They explore the critical role privacy plays in ensuring security and user autonomy in the evolving crypto landscape. Carter shares valuable insights into the innovative features of Shade Proto…

Altan Tutar, CEO of MoreMarkets (formerly Nuffle Labs), shares how the platform unlocks the potential of dormant crypto assets like Doge and XRP. By leveraging innovative infrastructure, MoreMarkets makes it easy for users to participate in DeFi without bridging risks. Altan discusses the evolution from NEAR DA to enabling seamless cross-chain stak…

Send us a text In this episode of Blue Collar Crypto, Phillip Simon sits down with Thom Forthex from Plank Network to discuss the future of mobile-first blockchain development and how it’s shaping the crypto industry. 🚀 Thom shares his journey from Web2 to Web3, the unique features of Plank Network, and their ambitious roadmap designed to bridge th…

Felix Lutsch, Head of Ecosystem at Symbiotic, dives deep into the future of blockchain security, modular restaking systems, and the challenges of decentralization. Learn how Symbiotic’s flexible architecture is paving the way for innovative use cases like insurance, multi-asset staking, and RWA integration. Felix also shares insights on Ethereum, C…

Send us a text In this episode of Blue Collar Crypto, host Phillip Simon sits down with Donnie from Sneaky Productions, an NFT collection on the Stargaze Network. They explore the growth of Sneaky Productions, the appeal of the Cosmos ecosystem, and the creative approach behind their projects. Key Discussion Points: Donnie’s Background: Learn about…

Jelena Djuric, CEO and co-founder of Noble, joins Sebastien Couture to discuss Noble’s groundbreaking updates. From the launch of the $USDN, a composable yield stablecoin, to its role in the Cosmos and EVM ecosystems, Jelena reveals how Noble is reshaping stablecoin issuance and real-world asset integration. Explore how Noble leverages IBC to elimi…

Send us a text In this episode of Blue Collar Crypto, host Philip sits down with a representative from Ophir Dow to explore how innovations in staking and governance are transforming the Cosmos ecosystem. As decentralized finance (DeFi) evolves, new mechanisms are emerging to make staking more accessible, efficient, and rewarding for users. We brea…

Stablecoins are changing the game in crypto. 🚀 Join us as Ryne Saxe, CEO of Eco, explains how his platform is building seamless cross-chain liquidity and making stablecoins the gateway for mass crypto adoption. Discover how stablecoins simplify payments, power emerging markets, and enable groundbreaking financial innovation. With insights on instit…

Send us a text Links: https://app.backbonelabs.io/nfts/necropolis/collections/terra1q2hjgq5sm7w04saj70gv0ur5tlz7r20854dfmsk8uv5u8cqnkuzskk7shc https://t.co/a6lbl1y8ny https://t.co/gG3k6axlcm In this episode, I sit down with Matt from Galactic Mining Club, an innovative NFT project that allows holders to stake their NFTs and earn Bitcoin rewards. We…

Send us a text https://linktr.ee/snailsnft_ https://x.com/SNAILSNFT_ In this episode of Blue Collar Crypto, Phillip Simon sits down with Scott from Snails, a creator co-op in the Cosmos ecosystem, to discuss the future of decentralized content creation. Scott shares insights into Snails' mission to support small creators, provide educational resour…

Join Adrian Brink, co-founder of Anoma, as he delves into groundbreaking concepts reshaping blockchain technology. Explore how Namada is leading the charge in privacy-first crypto systems and why intent-based protocols are the future. Learn about the push for user-controlled data, resilient systems for a chaotic world, and how decentralized blockch…

Namada is a privacy-focused PoS chain driven by a decentralized inception, no vesting schedules, and liquid markets from day one. Rooted in advanced cryptography, Namada merges privacy and decentralization in a novel environment.

Illia Polosukhin, co-founder of NEAR Protocol, discusses the intersection of AI, blockchain, and crypto's evolving role in the global economy. From regulatory clarity to the rise of AI-driven super apps, Illia explains how these technologies will disrupt industries, empower users, and challenge traditional systems. 📚Chapters 01:40 The State of Cryp…

Send us a text Links: PostHuman Website: https://posthuman.digital/ Validators School: https://github.com/Distributed-Valida... DAO: https://daodao.zone/dao/juno1h5ex5dn6... PostHuman Devs X: https://x.com/CosmosEcosystem?mx=2 Blue Collar Crypto X: https://x.com/bccryptolearn In this enlightening interview, Phillip Simon sits down with Vlady, a key…

AI agents are transforming blockchain and DeFi. SAFE’s modular smart accounts provide secure tools for agents to manage funds and drive innovation. Discover how autonomous agents enable synthetic economies, revolutionize transactions, and unlock new possibilities in DeFi, gaming, and beyond. SAFE is leading this shift with cutting-edge infrastructu…

Send us a text Links: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/passageio/ Website: https://www.passage.io/ X: https://x.com/passageio?mx=2 LnkBio: https://lnk.bio/passageio Blue Collar Crypto: https://bluecollarcrypto.io/ In this conversation, Phillip, discusses the innovative platform Passage, which aims to revolutionize virtual experiences by ma…

Mirko spoke with Jacob Phillips (Co-founder of Lombard) about how Lombard is paving the way forward for Bitcoin's DeFi renaissance.

Celestia already has a towering lead in the DA space, with around a 75% market share across all dedicated DA solutions. Co-Founder John Adler joined Mirko for our latest Staking Insider podcast, to discuss light nodes, ambitious block sizes &  achieving the same throughput that Ethereum is aiming for years down the line.…

Sui now ranks as the world's third-largest proof-of-stake chain—backed by a staggering US$29 billion in staked assets. Sui network's Move language is designed around an object-centric model, allowing each transaction to declare which assets it will change, boosting parallel execution and mitigating network bottlenecks. Mirko (Co-Founder & CEO of St…

Send us a text In this engaging conversation, Phillip Simon sits down with , Calaibi , CFO of the Migaloo Foundation, to explore the evolution of the Migaloo blockchain, its vibrant community, and the groundbreaking features it brings to the Cosmos ecosystem. They dive deep into topics like liquid staking, decentralized governance, and the critical…

Ahmed Al-Balaghi and Mislav Javor dive deep into their mission to simplify Web3 for developers and users alike. From gasless transactions to modular execution environments, this episode explores how Biconomy is tackling blockchain UX challenges. Learn about super transactions, multichain scaling, and the vision for a seamless Web3 future. Consider …

Paul Frambot, co-founder and CEO of Morpho Labs, joins the show to discuss Morpho’s transformative impact on decentralized lending. From building a permissionless protocol to scaling Morpho’s ecosystem to $6 billion TVL, Paul shares insights into the protocol’s unique architecture, the challenges of creating risk-managed lending markets, and why Mo…

Movement launched its token to massive success, surpassing FDV expectations and igniting a vibrant ecosystem of Move powered applications. Ali Sheikh shares insights on their strategic TGE, the Move language’s impact on blockchain security, and the roadmap ahead. Consider staking with Interop Ventures by clicking the following link - https://intero…

Charlie Hu, co-founder of BitLayer, discusses the evolution of Bitcoin Layer 2 solutions, the significance of BitVM, and the interaction between Bitcoin L2s and core developers. He shares how BitLayer enhances Bitcoin scaling, the implications of institutional interest in Bitcoin, and the future of DeFi on the platform, highlighting the importance …

In this conversation, Garvit Goel, CEO of Electron, discusses the advancements and future plans of Electron, a platform designed to significantly reduce the costs associated with verifying zero-knowledge (ZK) proofs on Ethereum and other blockchains. The discussion covers the launch of their flagship product, Quantum, the integration of various pro…

"Economic security is not free, but Catalysis helps you find the most cost-effective solution.” Watch Abhishek Kumar, co-founder and CEO of Catalysis explain the role of Catalysis in providing abstraction layers for restaking protocols, enabling AVS builders to tap into diverse economic security sources while simplifying development. This episode e…

"Dango is simplifying margin trading in DeFi." Hundreds of billions of dollars of liquidity in $BCH, $DOGE, $XRP, $ADA and other assets is mostly absent from DeFi, not to mention Bitcoin. Imagine if we could fully utilize that TVL. That’s what Dango wants to achieve. Right after they rebuild the entire DeFi stack... The team built Grug as a new Cos…

Cosmos is gearing up for a new era. Join Josh Cincinnati, Chair of the Interchain Foundation Council, and Magnus Marinak, Co-Founder of Interchain Labs, as they discuss the bold steps being taken to redefine the Cosmos ecosystem. From unifying development to attracting institutional liquidity, this conversation dives into the hub's role, rebranding…