Summary In this conversation, Jihao Sun, co-founder of Flock, shares his journey from a background in computer science and AI to the creation of Flock, a platform that merges AI and blockchain technology. He discusses the importance of data in AI development, the challenges of building a two-sided market for data providers and engineers, and the st…

Summary In this conversation, Kingsley Advani shares his journey in the crypto space, starting from his early coding experiences to becoming a successful entrepreneur. He discusses the founding of Allo, a platform designed to simplify the process of launching investment funds, particularly in the realm of real world assets (RWAs). Advani emphasizes…

Summary In this conversation, Eric Vreeland, Chief Strategy Officer at Polyhedra, discusses his journey into the crypto space, the partnership between Polyhedra and Layer Zero, and the evolution of their ZK Bridge technology. He elaborates on the expansion of Polyhedra's offerings, including the introduction of the EXP chain and its features. Vreel…

Summary In this conversation, Alsie from Dune discusses the intersection of psychology and marketing within the crypto space, the evolution of Dune as a data platform for blockchain, and the diverse user base that utilizes Dune for various applications. The discussion highlights the importance of retention and acquisition metrics in crypto marketin…

Summary In this conversation, Seb, co-founder of Sophon, discusses the innovative approach of Sophon in the crypto space, focusing on user experience, product design, and the importance of data. He emphasizes the need to attract mainstream users to crypto by creating intuitive products that resonate with everyday tech users. Seb also highlights the…

Summary In this conversation, Daniel Jacobs, co-founder and CEO of Thrive Protocol, discusses the importance of recognizing value creation in the crypto space. He reflects on a nostalgic experience that inspired the mission of Thrive Protocol, which aims to provide a fair and equitable platform for builders in the blockchain ecosystem. The discussi…

Summary In this conversation, Austin Federa shares his journey into the world of cryptocurrency, detailing his early experiences with Bitcoin and his eventual pivot to the blockchain space. He discusses his transition from working at the Solana Foundation to founding DoubleZero, a company focused on building a high-performance fiber infrastructure …

Summary In this conversation, Clay Robbins, co-founder of Colosseum, shares his journey through the crypto landscape, discussing his experiences at Square, 0x, and Slow Ventures. He emphasizes the importance of hackathons in fostering innovation within the Solana ecosystem and contrasts the developer cultures of Solana and Ethereum. Clay explains h…

Summary In this conversation, Henry De Valence from Penumbra Labs discusses the innovative approach of Penumbra in creating a private decentralized exchange (DEX) that prioritizes user experience and privacy. He explains the challenges faced in the privacy blockchain space and how Penumbra aims to provide a compelling product that allows users to t…

Summary In this conversation, Paul Thomas, co-founder of Somnia Blockchain, shares insights into the inception and development of Somnia, a high-performance layer one blockchain designed to support the metaverse and gaming industries. He discusses his journey into the crypto space, the unique naming of Somnia, and the technical innovations that ena…

Summary In this conversation, Amrit Kumar from AltLayer discusses the company's role in providing blockchain infrastructure, particularly through rollups and RaaS (Rollup as a Service). He explains the evolution of these technologies, the target audience for AltLayer's services, and the shift in focus from DeFi to gaming applications. The discussio…

Summary In this conversation, Will Gaines discusses his journey from community organizing in politics to his role in marketing for Movement Labs. He emphasizes the importance of grassroots mobilization, inclusivity in the crypto community, and the challenges of onboarding developers to the Move programming language. Gaines also shares insights on e…

Summary In this conversation, Dan Greer, co-founder of DeFi App, discusses the rapid growth and success of the platform, which has achieved significant milestones in a short time. He shares his journey into the crypto space, emphasizing the importance of design and user experience in making decentralized finance accessible to a broader audience. Th…

Summary In this conversation, Rob Viglione, CEO of Horizen Labs, shares his journey into the world of cryptocurrency and the evolution of zero-knowledge (ZK) technology. He discusses the importance of privacy and scalability in the blockchain space, the current projects his team is working on, and the significance of developer education in fosterin…

In this conversation, Joanna Zeng, co-founder and CEO of Solana Optimistic Network, Soo Network, discusses her journey from traditional finance to the world of Web3 and cryptocurrency. She shares her philosophy of 'Do it scared,' emphasizing the importance of embracing fear in entrepreneurship. Joanna explains the unique positioning of Soon Network…

In this conversation, Uma Roy, co-founder and CEO of Succinct, discusses the innovative approach of making zero-knowledge (ZK) technology accessible and relatable to a broader audience. He shares his journey into the crypto space, the development of their ZK virtual machine (SP1), and the unique test net phase called 'Crisis of Trust'. The conversa…

Summary In this conversation, Ram, a core contributor at OpenLedger, shares his journey into the crypto space and the evolution of OpenLedger. He discusses the potential of specialized AI agents and the importance of data contribution in building effective models. Ram emphasizes the need for community engagement and partnerships to drive innovation…

In this episode, Krystyna shares her journey from fashion marketing to Web3, highlighting the parallels between luxury fashion and crypto marketing. She emphasizes the importance of community in Web3, discussing how to build authentic connections and cultural pillars within a project. Krystyna also introduces Cookie3, a B2B SaaS platform for Web3 a…

Show Notes Toward the end of this episode, we had an audio hiccup, which deleted the last 30 seconds of the interview. We apologize for this inconvenience and appreciate Jon Kol for coming on the show. Summary In this conversation, Jon Kol from Hyperlane shares insights from his experience in the Israeli Defense Forces and how those lessons apply t…

In this conversation, Kain Warwick, founder of Infinex, discusses his enduring commitment to the crypto space, the challenges of centralized exchanges, and the innovative approach of Infinex in addressing user experience and adoption. He emphasizes the importance of non-custodial solutions and the need to simplify on-chain interactions for users, p…

In this conversation, Peter Abilla interviews Onlylarping, the founder of Karate Combat, discussing the innovative strategies the league is employing to engage fans through the Karate Token and Up Only Gaming. They explore the challenges of converting casual fans into super fans, the unique positioning of Karate Combat in the combat sports landscap…

Summary In this conversation, Miguel De Vega, co-founder of Nillion, shares his journey from academia to the Web3 space, detailing the unique infrastructure and privacy-enhancing technologies that Nillion offers. He discusses the importance of developer-friendly design, the positioning of Nillion in the privacy space, and the key audiences they aim…

In this conversation, Bread from the MegaETH team discusses the challenges and strategies of community management in the crypto space. He shares his journey into crypto, the unique positioning of MegaETH as a real-time blockchain, and the importance of convenience for users. The discussion also covers team-based marketing and how to effectively com…

In this conversation, Alan Orwick, co-founder of Quai Network, shares his journey into the world of cryptocurrency, detailing his early interest in technology and the founding of the Texas blockchain organization. He discusses the unique properties of Quai Network, emphasizing its proof of work model and the importance of energy in the economy. Ala…

In this conversation, Jean Harrell from CrunchDAO shares his journey into the Web3 space, detailing his background in econometrics and computer science. He discusses the inception of CrunchDAO as a two-sided marketplace connecting data providers and machine learning engineers. The conversation delves into the use of privacy-enhancing technologies, …

Summary In this conversation, Gabby from Yield Guild discusses the mission and evolution of the organization, emphasizing its role in the Web3 gaming community. The discussion covers the recent YGG Play Summit, the challenges of building during a bear market, and the transition from a guild to a guild protocol. Gabby highlights the importance of qu…

In this conversation, Nate Cha shares his unique journey into the world of Web3 marketing, detailing his transition from traditional marketing roles to the dynamic landscape of crypto. He discusses the evolution of Eclipse's branding strategy, emphasizing the importance of storytelling and emotional connection in marketing. Nate also highlights the…

In this conversation, Dean shares his journey into the world of crypto and storytelling, emphasizing the importance of personal branding for founders in the Web3 space. He discusses the philosophy behind his agency, FortyIQ, which advocates for simplicity in storytelling and marketing. Dean highlights the emotional aspect of storytelling, explainin…

In this conversation, Leonidas shares his journey into the blockchain and NFT space, detailing his early experiences with Bitcoin and Ethereum, his pivot to Ordinals, and the rise of meme coins on Bitcoin. He emphasizes the importance of on-chain art and the need for a fair distribution model in the crypto space, particularly through the free and f…

Summary In this conversation, Sergey Gorbunov from Axelar discusses the importance of interoperability in the blockchain space, the shift towards enterprise adoption, and the future of tokenization. He highlights the challenges of integrating traditional assets like real estate into blockchain, the solutions Axelar provides for seamless interoperab…

Summary In this conversation, Pete Abilla interviews Justin from Safary, exploring the transition from Web2 to Web3, the challenges of growth marketing in the crypto space, and the importance of community and privacy in data collection. Justin shares insights on defining funnels, the tech stack for growth marketers, and the unique aspects of market…