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In this session of Kinode Office Hours, Basile and Doria discuss the launch of Kinode Genesis NFTs, emphasizing their benefits such as free hosting and access to new tools on the Kinode platform. We highlight the ease of use for developers, including features like SSH access for seamless app deployment. We also showcase several applications available on the Kinode App Store, including the MemeDeck app, Barter, the AI-enabled NFT trader, the Twitter feed Filter, and a contact management app. Develop on Kinode: https://book.kinode.org Basile: https://twitter.com/basileSportif Doria: https://twitter.com/m_e_doria Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/guqKRnPup7

In this episode of Kinode Office Hours, we discuss the Kinode Command Center. Command Center serves as an aggregator of various API keys, simplifying the development of apps that leverage multiple APIs. We explore the integration of Telegram, OpenAI, and Groq, as well as future expansions to include APIs like CoinMarketCap. The episode highlights the ease of developing modular apps with the Command Center and its potential for creating seamless, composable applications. We also touch on the challenges and benefits of using Telegram as a frontend and the importance of a unified approach to messaging between processes. Develop on Kinode: https://book.kinode.orgBasile: https://twitter.com/basileSportifDoria: https://twitter.com/m_e_doriaJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/guqKRnPup7

In this week's episode of Kinode Office Hours, we discuss the distinct approach Kinode takes towards decentralized computing, emphasizing that Kinode is not a blockchain. We talk about the nuances of Kinode's hybrid architecture, integrating both on-chain and off-chain elements. And we explore the advantages of this hybrid model in addressing scalability and efficiency challenges that blockchain applications face. Key topics include the development environment, RPC endpoints, the unique off-chain functionalities Kinode offers, and the potential for creating rich applications beyond the limitations of traditional blockchain systems.Develop on Kinode: https://book.kinode.orgBasile: https://twitter.com/basileSportifDoria: https://twitter.com/m_e_doriaJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/guqKRnPup7

In this week's episode of Office Hours, we discuss hosted Kinodes and explore why software deployment is a crucial aspect of the tech landscape. Jonathan, the key developer behind our hosting framework, shares insights on its development and current testing phases. We cover the transition from traditional cloud services to decentralized computing, the importance of easy node deployment, and the unique advantages our hosting solution offers over bare metal setups and VPS. Develop on Kinode: https://book.kinode.orgBasile: https://twitter.com/basileSportifDoria: https://twitter.com/m_e_doriaJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/guqKRnPup7

Welcome to the latest Kinode Office Hours. This week, we talk about a tool designed to enhance your Twitter experience—the Kinode Twitter Filter. Now in the Kinode App Store and as a Chrome extension, Filter employs artificial intelligence to customize your Twitter feed according to your preferences. Join us as we explore the inner workings of this filter, unveil its features, and even give you a sneak peek at what the future holds. Develop on Kinode: https://book.kinode.orgProject Lead Basile: https://twitter.com/basileSportifLead Dev Doria: https://twitter.com/m_e_doriaJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/guqKRnPup7

This week, we speak with Claudia Richoux, the CEO of Banyan. Our conversation focuses on Banyan's innovative distributed file system, which aims to provide secure, affordable, and decentralized data storage solutions. Claudia explains the concept of a "data wallet" and outlines how Banyan's technology integrates with decentralized networks to improve data handling, security, and cost-effectiveness compared to traditional cloud services. Banyan: https://twitter.com/BanyanComputer Develop on Kinode: https://book.kinode.org Project Lead Basile: https://twitter.com/basileSportif Lead Dev Doria: https://twitter.com/m_e_doria Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/guqKRnPup7

This week, we discuss how Kinode simplifies blockchain application development by abstracting away infrastructure setup, allowing developers to focus on core application logic. We highlight Goldfinger's zk-Rollup template and chess game as an example, noting how Kinode's architecture facilitates better UX and seamless composition of on-chain logic and off-chain interactions in a multi-rollup future. LinksDevelop on Kinode: https://book.kinode.orgProject Lead Basile: https://twitter.com/basileSportifLead Dev Doria: https://twitter.com/m_e_doriaDeveloper Goldfinger: https://twitter.com/golfinger_kinoJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/guqKRnPup7

This week we discuss Barter, an LLM-powered NFT negotiator app built on Kinode. We discuss the app's functionality, creative "prompt hacking" possibilities, and broader implications. Barter allows users to set up a Telegram bot to automatically negotiate NFT sales based on customizable parameters. The discussion touches on the potential for AI to engage in financial transactions, the need for extensive testing around prompt injection risks, and the power of Kinode's permissionless and iterative development environment.LinksDevelop on Kinode: https://book.kinode.orgProject Lead Basile: https://twitter.com/basileSportifLead Dev Doria: https://twitter.com/m_e_doriaJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/guqKRnPup7

In this week's Kinode Office Hours, we're joined by Trent from Holium to discuss their new project MemeDeck, a platform for AI-powered meme generation and curation. The conversation explores the nuances of building decentralized applications, and how Kinode's modular architecture allows developers to choose which components should be centralized versus decentralized for optimal user experience and scalability. Trent shares insights into Meme Deck's architecture, which leverages Kinode for user data storage and identity while relying on centralized services for compute-intensive tasks like meme generation and search. The team also dives into Holium's vision for a decentralized AI infrastructure, where users can contribute their GPU power to train models and execute tasks, earning rewards in the process. Basile and Doria emphasize the importance of ergonomics and the "build another app" principle in designing developer-friendly systems that can compete with centralized platforms. Tune in for a fascinating discussion on the future of decentralized AI, the power of memes, and the role of Kinode in enabling a new wave of Web3 applications.Develop on Kinode: https://book.kinode.orgHolium Corp: https://twitter.com/holiumcorpMemeDeck: https://twitter.com/MemeDeckAppProject Lead Basile: https://twitter.com/basileSportifLead Dev Doria: https://twitter.com/m_e_doriaJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/guqKRnPup7

In this week's Kinode Office Hours, we dive into the philosophy and rationale behind Kinode's 0.6 release, a major milestone on the path to the highly-anticipated 1.0 version. We discuss the importance of achieving a stable, backwards-compatible API as early as possible in the development process. Drawing parallels to Ethereum's unwavering commitment to backwards compatibility, we highlight how this approach forces the team to build real applications from day one, ensuring that the system can actually support the intended use cases. Develop on Kinode: https://book.kinode.orgProject Lead Basile: https://twitter.com/basileSportifLead Dev Doria: https://twitter.com/m_e_doriaJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/guqKRnPup7

In this week's Kinode Office Hours, we dive into the philosophy and rationale behind Kinode's 0.6 release, a major milestone on the path to the highly-anticipated 1.0 version. We discuss the importance of achieving a stable, backwards-compatible API as early as possible in the development process. Drawing parallels to Ethereum's unwavering commitment to backwards compatibility, we highlight how this approach forces the team to build real applications from day one, ensuring that the system can actually support the intended use cases. Develop on Kinode: https://book.kinode.orgProject Lead Basile: https://twitter.com/basileSportifLead Dev Doria: https://twitter.com/m_e_doriaJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/guqKRnPup7

In this week's Kinode Office Hours, we take a deep dive into the future of blockchain scaling solutions. We explore a world where deploying a custom zkEVM rollup is as easy as spinning up a VPS, with Kinode providing the infrastructure to make it possible. The discussion covers the spectrum of Layer 2 solutions, from fully decentralized rollups to more centralized validiums and read-only "oracle" services. Throughout, the theme is lowering barriers to entry and enabling a proliferation of application-specific chains, all seamlessly integrated. Develop on Kinode: https://book.kinode.orgProject Lead Basile: https://twitter.com/basileSportifLead Dev Doria: https://twitter.com/m_e_doriaJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/guqKRnPup7

In this week's Kinode Office Hours, we are joined by John Guibas from Succinct Labs to discuss the latest developments in zero-knowledge proofs and the SP1 prover system. Doria demonstrates a novel use case: a Telegram bot that generates proofs of messages within a group chat, enabling users to cryptographically verify the contents and timestamp of their conversations. The discussion explores the potential of SP1 to radically simplify the development of ZK applications by allowing developers to write programs in Rust, a popular and ergonomic language. John shares Succinct Labs' roadmap for reducing proving costs, integrating with the Ethereum Virtual Machine, and their long-term vision of a decentralized proving network. Basile and Doria share insights into how Kinode's peer-to-peer infrastructure could facilitate such a network and enable a new wave of privacy-preserving, ZK-powered applications. Develop on Kinode: https://book.kinode.orgjtguibas of SuccinctLabs: https://twitter.com/jtguibasProject Lead Basile: https://twitter.com/basileSportifLead Dev Doria: https://twitter.com/m_e_doriaJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/guqKRnPup7

This week, we outline Kinode as not just another blockchain ecosystem but a chain integrator, emphasizing its capability to bridge on-chain and off-chain computations. We discuss the architectural and technological innovations Kinode brings to the table, notably its flexibility in integrating with various blockchain layers, enhancing off-chain computations, and the potential to streamline decentralized applications (DApps) development.Develop on KinodeProject Lead BasileLead Dev DoriaJoin our Discord, where all the devs hang out.

The Kinode Team discuss creating a platform that allows for the publishing, installation, reviewing, and forking of software packages in a decentralized manner. We cover governance and the potential for software monetization. And we outline the technical architecture, including the use of smart contracts, NFTs for package ownership rights, and the challenges and solutions for ensuring software integrity and authenticity. The conversation also touches on the broader implications of decentralized software distribution for developer freedom, governance, and the evolution of decentralized applications (DApps).Start developing on Kinode here.Join our Discord, where the whole team hangs out.Project Lead BasileLead Dev DoriaDeveloper Goldfinger

We're using The Network Age's distribution channel to bring our weekly X (Twitter) spaces to RSS! While you can catch us on our X presence every Thursday at noon Eastern live, where you can participate by asking questions about Kinode, we'll also start bringing the recordings to RSS for those of you who like that medium.Here's the first of these Office Hours with @basileSportif and @m_e_doria.

This week we speak with Basile Genève, project lead of Kinode OS. We discuss our pivot from Urbit (and the name Uqbar), the main features of Kinode, and what you can expect from the future. We also say goodbye to The Network Age and invite you to join us in our other channels.Timestamps00:01 - Kinode OS with a name change backstory.03:53 - Rebranding.06:20 - Pivoting a decentralized project to better realize goals.09:14 - Rewriting the kernel and using wasm for decentralized app development.14:24 - "just works" in tech, reliability, and user experience.17:09 - Decentralized OS development and standards.23:46 - Network architecture and robustness.26:43 - Software robustness and resilience.30:16 - Decentralized networks and their potential for software deployment.37:12 - Integrating AI with decentralized computing resources.40:15 - Decentralized AI and personal nodes.46:41 - Performance of Kinode vs other programming languages.49:54 - Decentralized operating system development timeline and features.Contact UsEdgarJoshBasileThe Kinode OS discussion is happening on Discord

This week, it's Spreek: crypto Twitter's own crypto rug early warning system. He discusses his work in on-chain monitoring and stopping hacks in the DeFi industry, his experiences of saving people from potential losses, the highlights and lowlights of DeFi Summer, the challenges of smart contract security, and more. We've also got great advice on how to miss out on generational wealth. Another perfect episode you won't want to miss.Timestamps00:00 Introduction and Background03:00 Getting Started with On-Chain Monitoring08:20 Highlights and Lowlights of DeFi Summer14:08 The Challenges of Smart Contract Security19:26 Building a Community and Interacting with the Crypto Space25:32 The Future of DeFi and Investing in Crypto28:49 Balancing Risk and Opportunities in the Crypto Market32:37 Lessons Learned from Rugs and Scams1:08:37 The Lesson of Life and Crypto1:09:14 Generational Wealth and Selling1:09:56 Holding Ground and Hedging1:10:42 Wrapping It UpMentionsCasa (for seedless multisigs)Rabby walletContactSpreekBichulHabsul

This week we speak with L0m3z of Passage Prize, Passage Publishing, and Twitter fame. Our theme: what's so wrong with legacy writing and publishing and will people actually buy books again if you just start your own publishing house and give them what they want to read? This is an extra special episode you won't want to miss.Timestamps00:00 - Introduction & decentralized publishing and art creation.09:20 - The success of a dissident art publishing project.15:00 - Literature's decline and gatekeeping.20:06 - Gender imbalance in literature and publishing.28:27 - Art, politics, and publishing with a rightist perspective.35:33 - Cultural homogenization and the loss of high art in democratized societies.43:28 - Preserving cultural distinctness in art and literature.48:21 - Language loss and cultural heritage.54:08 - Literary voices and the Passage Prize.58:22 - Writing, creativity, and personal life.1:05:05 - Writing, publishing, and authenticity.1:10:40 - Decentralized publishing and supporting new writers.MentionsPassage PublishingThe Passage PrizeMan's World MagazineContactL0m3zHabsul RignyrBichul RitsenIf you liked this episode (a person of taste!), please go immediately to your podcast provider of choice and leave 5 star reviews of erudition and wit.

On this extra special episode, the boys are joined by Grin, founder and CTO of LBRY and tech lead for Cabin DAO. They talk about fighting the SEC and losing but still WINNING, the LBRY blockchain and Odyssee video sharing platform, about finding friends online to VIBE with and maybe even move into together, and more! Don't miss it.Timestamps00:00 - Intro01:53 - The origins and development of the decentralized library platform, LBRY.06:02 - Decentralized video sharing platform Odyssey.09:26 - Decentralized video platform Odyssee's discoverability and content culture.16:17 - Curation and personalized content experiences.20:37 - LBRY's popularity and SEC lawsuit.29:33 - Crypto regulations and legal issues.41:33 - Building a network of modern villages using technology and community.49:35 - Novel ways to organize physical space and relationships through technology.52:58 - Debt, relationships, and community in a libertarian context.01:01:23 - Community-driven urban planning and sustainability.01:06:07 - Creating a virtual event platform.01:13:23 - Vibe.camp, a community-driven event.MentionsLBRYOdysseeCabinVibeCampHester M. Peirce's Statement of Dissent on LBRYContactGrinBichul RitsenHabsul Rignyr

On this extra special episode, we're joined by Henning Diedrich, the visionary behind Lexon—a groundbreaking tool that's redefining the boundaries between natural language and code. Dive into a riveting conversation where we explore how Lexon is making the intricate world of programming accessible to everyone, allowing us to craft complex contracts and algorithms using everyday language. It's a journey from the nuances of human conversation to the precision of machine logic, and you won't want to miss it.Timestamps00:00 - Luxan, a tool for legal and programming worlds. 01:01 - Democratizing programming with lexicon language for smart contracts.06:38 - Natural language processing and smart contracts. 12:05 - Creating a new programming language for smart contracts. 17:26 - AI-generated lexicon and its implications. 21:27 - Language, philosophy, and programming. 26:24 - Programming with natural language. 32:23 - Using AI to write contracts and legal documents. 40:42 - Legal term "may" and its meaning. 43:05 - Smart contracts and blockchain technology. 48:25 - Using blockchain for gaming, including scripting and game development. 54:53 - Using AI for game design and development. 58:40 - Using blockchain technology in game development. 1:03:48 - Using blockchain technology for art and legal contracts. 1:09:17 - AI-assisted law enforcement and fairness. 1:16:05 - AI-powered Lexicon and its potential impact on the future of blockchain.MentionsLexonPlenityContactHenning DiedrichBichul RitsenHabsul RignyrAnd, if you liked the episode, don't forget to give us a five star review. Say something nice and we'll even read it on the pod.

On this extra special episode, we're joined by Robert Kornacki, the Chief Science Officer of dcSpark and the brains behind Shinkai, the AI Operating System that's poised to redefine our digital lives. Rob walks us through the labyrinth of AI, from the intricacies of vector embeddings to the challenges of data encryption, and unveils Shinkai's plan to make all your data fully searchable by AI agents. We'll also tackle the ethical dilemmas surrounding AI governance, the scalability hurdles of running full nodes, and even get a glimpse into Robert's journey from the crypto world to the AI frontier.Timestamps00:00 - Intro02:12 - AI agents and off-chain technology in the crypto space05:56 - AI and blockchain technology12:36 - AI agents and their potential to be trapped in centralized systems16:01 - AI agents, personal servers, and crypto interrupt24:45 - AI agents and toolkits for efficient task execution29:59 - Using AI agents to augment cognitive abilities34:30 - Vector databases and their challenges40:49 - AI agent network Shinkai and its user interface46:39 - AI-powered Shinkai platform for unified messaging and automation51:39 - AI's impact on human experience and ethical concerns58:09 - The future of technology and its impact on society1:00:08 - Offloading mental capabilities and cultural shared knowledge1:02:41 - The impact of AI on education and society1:08:06 - On-chain gaming and AI messaging with Paima StudiosMentionsdcSparkShinkai ProtocolPaima StudiosZeko LabsContactBichul RitsenHabsul RignyrAnd, if you liked the episode, don't forget to give us a five star review. Say something nice and we'll even read it on the pod.

On this extra special episode, the boys are joined by Ryan Rossner, the Director of Longevity Research at Minicircle, the first platform for reversible gene therapies. With patience and wisdom, Ryan leads our lovable idiots through the history of longevity and genetics research, explains the benefits of fasting, and details the incredible results of Minicircle's first trials. The crew also dives into the nuances of regulation, the experimental Honduran island of Roatán, and how EVEN YOU can become better, faster, and stronger. All this plus: Ryan's brief NFL career, genetic enhancement in sports, and Bryan Johnson's cutting-edge penis treatments. Don't miss it.Timestamps0:00—Intro3:03—Ryan Rossner, doctor, PhD, super soldier9:27—Longevity 101: research, genetics, and a brief interlude on fasting19:37—The Gene Therapy Primer27:58—Gene therapy and competition35:26—Minicircle's Results47:09—Honduras and Medical Research Regulation51:53—The Ethics of Genetic Enhancement1:04:15—The mechanics of gene therapy1:09:15—How to live longer1:13:37—OutroMentionsMinicircleThe Singularity Is Near: When Humans Transcend Biology by Ray KurzweilConnectRyan Rossner (ryan@minicircle.io)~bichul-ritsen (@bichulR)~habsul-rignyr (@habsulrignyr)And, if you liked the episode, don't forget to give us a five star review. Say something nice and we'll even read it on the pod.

On this extra special episode, the boys are joined by Chase Van Etten, founder and CEO of Vaporware, a programmatic platform for the monetization and distribution of open-source software. Together, Chase and the crew discuss how NFTs can play a role in software distribution, the monetization of open-source software, and Chase's personal Bible, The Nature of Technology by W. Brian Arthur. All this, plus a deep dive on Vaporware, musings on Dota, and a sci-fi vision for software development in fifty years. Don't miss it. Timestamps0:00—Intro2:39—The Nature of Technology by W. Brian Arthur and how technology evolves27:47—Vaporware, sofware distribution, and monetizing open-source40:27—Tharsis: Vaporware's first game45:11—Vaporware on Urbit and beyond56:01—The price of programmer capital and increased community development1:07:04—Software development in the next five decadesMentionsVaporware (@__vaporware__)TharsisThe Nature of Technology by W. Brian ArthurConnectChase Van Etten (@harden_hardys)~bichul-ritsen (@bichulR)~nilrun-mardux (@AlephDAO)~habsul-rignyr (@habsulrignyr)And, if you liked the episode, don't forget to give us a five star review. Say something nice and we'll even read it on the pod.

On this extra special episode, the boys are joined by Avi Zurlo (@thejewforu) of Delphi Ventures, a top crypto research and investment firm with a builder-centered approach to markets. Together, Avi and the crew explore the nuances of crypto twitter, his work at Delphi, zero-knowledge computation and p2p systems, and what is DEFINITELY NOT INVESTING ADVICE. All this plus scanning parents' eyeballs, self-evaluating Jewishness, and the world computer to come. Don't miss it.Timestamps0:00—Intro1:32—Avi's Journey from Crypto Twitter to Investment God8:43—The Unique Approach of Dephi Digital17:48—Avi's Current Obsession: ZK Cryptography31:00—The Whacky World of Urbit46:02—Avi's Investing Insights (NOT ADVICE)ConnectAvi Zurlo (@thejewforu)~bichul-ritsen (@bichulR)~nilrun-mardux (@AlephDAO)~habsul-rignyr (@habsulrignyr)

On this extra special episode, the boys are joined by Jurij Jukic, developer at Portal, a sovereign social media platform that enables custom AI-assisted content curation and monetization. Together, the crew discusses the evils of social media, the power of data ownership, and how peer-to-peer networks unlock a new model of content discovery. All this plus a healthy dose of Urbit, whether or not Portal is getting Jurij laid, and a little too much information on our hosts' ears. Don't miss it.Timestamps0:00—Intro2:05—Hating Social Media and Jurij's Journey to Portal10:24—What is Portal?17:40—Portal: On Urbit and Beyond23:03—Soverign Social Media and the Portal Ideology28:54—Portal's successes and challenges37:03—An interlude about bichul's and habsul's ear issues40:03—Development on Urbit44:45—Jurij's optimism47:50—OutroMentionsPortal (@portal__network)ConnectJurij Jukic (@j_jukic)~bichul-ritsen (@bichulR)~nilrun-mardux (@AlephDAO)~habsul-rignyr (@habsulrignyr)

On this extra special episode, the boys are joined by entrepreneur, investor, and scientist Elaine Wang to discuss the transformation of Palau from a tiny island nation into an emerging crypto powerhouse. Together, she and the crew discuss her role as CEO and cofounder of Metropolis, as well as the multiple Web3 initiatives she has lunched in conjunction with the Palaun government, including: a digital residency program, a national stablecoin, and, soon, a tokenized asset platform for investment in Palau. All this plus the upcoming Palau Blockchain Summit, carbon credit seaweed farms, Japanese rock bands, and eating raw sea cucumbers. Don't miss it.Timestamps0:00—Intro1:39—Elaine 's Journey to Palaus9:24—Web3 Community and Digital Residency16:25—Palau Stablecoin24:29—Turtle X: Real-World Asset Tokenization for Palaun Investment30:54—Island Life35:21—The Palau Blockchain Summit42:24—The Future of Palau and Web3 ChallengesMentionsMetropolis (@metropolishub)Palau Blockchain Summit (Message us for a Discount Code)ConnectElaine Wang (@ElaineSees)~bichul-ritsen (@bichulR)~nilrun-mardux (@AlephDAO)~habsul-rignyr (@habsulrignyr)And, if you liked the episode, don't forget to give us a five star review. Say something nice and we'll even read it on the pod.

On this extra special episode, the boys are joined by Jae Yang (~mister-todteg), the CEO of Tacen, a crypto exchange optimized for speed and decentralization. Together, the boys explore the importance of a decentralized financial system, the ever-developing Urbit ecosystem, and Jae's mission to bring tech talent to Wyoming, where he is hosting his annual unofficial Urbit conference: Reassembly. Come join us out on the digital frontier. Timestamps0:00—Intro2:49—Jae Yang: A Web3 History8:30—DeFi, Tacen, and How it Works23:18—How Jae Found Urbit and His Urbit Projects39:04—The Wyoming Tech Scene and Life on the Frontier48:13—Japan and its Regulatory Environment51:26—Reassembly: the Unofficial Urbit conference1:00:35—OutroMentionsTacenReassemblyConnectJae Yang (@jae_tacen)~bichul-ritsen (@bichulR)~nilrun-mardux (@AlephDAO)~habsul-rignyr (@habsulrignyr)

On this extra special episode, the boys are joined by technologist, digital frontiersman, and famed Twitter troll Clusk to discuss Palestra, which may be forming the first Network State down in El Salvador. Together, our heroes dive into the pros and cons of life on the frontier, Palestra's first major summit on health and technology, and the long process of building a values-aligned community that transcends geographic boundaries. All this plus volcano sacrifices, raw milk, Dutch farmers, and more. Don't miss it. Timestamps0:00—Intro2:54—How Clusk left the Old World9:46—What makes El Salvador perfect for the Network Age frontier?13:55—Network States: merging physical with digital17:17—What is Palestra?27:19—Who is joining Palestra?32:55—What are Palestra's values?41:15—The Palestra summit49:28—The future of Palestra and El Salvador59:04—How to build communities online and in person1:07:37—OutroMentionsPalestra (@palestrasociety)ConnectClusk (@twocitizenships)~bichul-ritsen (@bichulR)~nilrun-mardux (@AlephDAO)~habsul-rignyr (@habsulrignyr)And, if you liked the episode, don't forget to give us a five star review. Say something nice and we'll even read it on the pod.

On this extra special episode, the boys are joined by Dimitri, better known on Twitter as @BackTheBunny, to discuss how the U.S.'s attempt to regulate crypto resembles its failed wars against guerrillas in Vietnam and the Middle East. They also dive into Mr. Bunny's DeFi derivatives exchange, RabbitX, our various A.I. futures, and the long-term white-pill for crypto's future in America. All this plus exiting the U.S. hegemony, Ted Kaczynski's cabin, and much more.TIMESTAMPS0:00—Intro1:24—Back the Bunny: A Personal History11:04—SEC regulation as guerrilla warfare18:08—The fight for dollar dominance24:04—Regulation and crypto adoption in the next decade34:41—DEXs, decentralization and the average joe39:46—Exiting American hegemony51:25—Wherefore A.I.1:07:28—OutroMENTIONSRabbit X"Atoms, Institutions, and Blockchains" by Josh StarkCONNECTBack the Bunny (@BackTheBunny)~bichul-ritsen (@bichulR)~nilrun-mardux (@AlephDAO)~habsul-rignyr (@habsulrignyr)And, if you liked the episode, don't forget to give us a five star review. Say something nice and we'll even read it on the pod.

On this extra special episode, the boys are joined by Logan Allen (~tacryt-socryp), founder of Zorp, to discuss Urbit, zero-knowledge infrastructure, and how his company is using Nock to build a ZK virtual machine. But first, they explore the intersection of philosophy, evolution, and technology, how man is shaped by his tools, and how crypto will lead to the rise of parallel economies and societies. All this plus cryptographic theory, the danger of cyber attacks, and whether or not Urbit is ready for primetime. Don't miss it. Timestamps0:00—Intro2:48—Logan's journey and Web3 parallelism5;32—Modernity, Man, and the Machine21:03—Zero-Knowledge introduction29:40—Why a Nock ZK VM?40:03—What does Zorp make possible?48:18—The state of Urbit and its future1:00—OutroZorpTwitter: @ZorpZKSite: zorp.ioConnectLogan Allen (~tacryt-socryp)~bichul-ritsen (@bichulR)~nilrun-mardux (@AlephDAO)~habsul-rignyr (@habsulrignyr)And, if you liked the episode, don't forget to give us a five star review. Say something nice and we'll even read it on the pod.

On this extra special episode, the boys are joined by John Dennehy of Mi Primer Bitcoin, a nonprofit dedicated to Bitcoin and blockchain education in El Salvador. They discuss the successes and challenges of El Salvador's Bitcoin rollout, the development of a Bitcoin curriculum, and Mi Primer Bitcoin's rapidly expanding class offerings, which have reached tens of thousands of students across the country. All this plus Bitcoin's effect on the local economy, the creation of blockchain jobs, and, of course, how you can help support the mission. Don't miss it. Timestamps0:00—Intro2:26—John's Bitcoin Beginning11:19—Founding Mi Primer Bitcoin22:34—Mi Primer Bitcoin classes, curricula, teachers, and structure39:14—How can Bitcoin improve the lives of El Salvadorans?43:00—Bitcoin's status in El Salvador52:50—Funding and Growth57:37—Is the El Salvador Bitcoin experiment succeeding? 1:10:33—OutroContributeDonationGeyser FundraiserConnect:Mi Primer Bitcoin (@MyFirstBitcoin_)~bichul-ritsen (@bichulR)~nilrun-mardux (@AlephDAO)~habsul-rignyr (@habsulrignyr)And, if you liked the episode, don't forget to give us a five star review. Say something nice and we'll even read it on the pod.

On this extra special episode, the boys are joined by technologist and investor Brian Crain (~minwyc-dablen), CEO and co-founder of Chorus One and host of crypto's longest running podcast, Epicenter. They discuss his work building Web3 infrastructure, the evolution of Urbit (Brian just joined the Urbit Foundation board), and the next five years of crypto narratives. Then, they dive into Brian's work on Epicenter, his favorite guests, and what he has learned from spending so many years in the space. All this plus government regulation, AI-crypto integrations, and tips from a master podcaster on how we can improve The Network Age. Don't miss it.Our thoughts go out to Brian, who is currently in the hospital recovering from his experience on this podcast.Timestamps0:00—Intro3:04—Brian Crain: A history13:33—Chorus One, investing, and Urbit25:55—The future of Urbit34:08—Crypto in the next five years40:35—Stable coins and regulation54:26—When will crypto reach wide adoption?1:04:15—Brian on the Urbit Foundation1:10:28—Lessons from almost a decade of EpicenterMentionsCZ on EpicenterConnect:Brian Crain (~minwyc-dablen / @crainbf)~bichul-ritsen (@bichulR)~nilrun-mardux (@AlephDAO)~habsul-rignyr (@habsulrignyr)And, if you liked the episode, don't forget to give us a five star review. Say something nice and we'll even read it on the pod.

In this episode, we delve into Argentina's history, politics, and economy, with a particular focus on hyperinflation. Joining us today is Saila, a "Person of Crypto" and local expert living in Argentina, who will share insights on the country's unique cultural identity, its decline since WWI, and the impact of political trends and elite figures. We'll also discuss the challenges Argentina faces, including the peso's rapid devaluation, public attitudes towards the government, and the affordability of living in the country. Additionally, we'll explore the high adoption of cryptocurrency among locals and the potential of crypto to transform Argentina's economy.Timestamps00:00 - Introducing crypto expert Sila to discuss Argentina's history, politics, and hyperinflation.00:35 - Argentina's unique cultural identity and the impact of political elites.04:03 - Decline since WWI, failed economic switch, and the role of Peronism.11:25 - Argentina's political history: dictatorship, Falklands War, end of dictatorship.14:52 - Hyperinflation: peso devaluation and dollar gaining value against it.18:09 - Public attitudes towards Argentina's government and ongoing struggles.20:08 - Affordable living in Argentina: low-priced food, cheap labor, and transportation.27:54 - High crypto adoption among locals to navigate parallel currency exchanges.31:49 - Exporting services, working in crypto, and Argentina's remote work environment.53:58 - Argentina as an example of accelerated decline and potential future for other countries.Connect:Saila (@sailaunderscore)~bichul-ritsen (@bichulR)~nilrun-mardux (@AlephDAO)~habsul-rignyr (@habsulrignyr)And, if you liked the episode, don't forget to give us a five star review. Say something nice and we'll even read it on the pod.

On this extra special episode, the boys welcome a new cohost, ~habsul-rignyr of the OG Urbit podcast, The Stack (Rest in Power). More importantly, our trio of idiots is joined by famed translator, scholar, technologist, and sinophile Xianyang (~forlyt-novmep) to discuss AI-enhanced gaming, Taoist philosophy, and the creation of DAObi, a token-based simulation game of an ancient Chinese state. Then, we dive into Lexicat, Xianyang's natural language processing platform, and dissect her attempts to create GPT Burmese. All this plus: economic incentives to instantiate the AI apocalypse, the startling Confucian-Taoist rivalry, a scandalous battle for DAObi Chancellor, digital wife swapping, and how to murder a cat. Don't miss it. Timestamps0:00—Welcome to ~habsul2:33—Xianyang: A short history7:16—Blockchain gaming, simulations, and Chinese philosophy16:58—The future of governance and historical lessons from DAObi23:51—DAObi: hacks, surprises, and the battle for Chancellor31:14—Medieval DAObi and real-life consequences for digital games34:53—Lexicat, Burmese GPT, and linguistic diversity40:20—Xianyang's "scary AI"48:50—The Urbit section54:47—Outro and a 5-star review!MentionsDAObiConnect:Xianyang (forlyt-novmep / @XianyangCB)~bichul-ritsen (@bichulR)~nilrun-mardux (@AlephDAO)~habsul-rignyr (@habsulrignyr)And, if you liked the episode, don't forget to give us a five star review. Say something nice and we'll even read it on the pod.

On this extra special episode, the boys (including OG host ~timluc-miptev) are joined by Jake Brukhman (~ranter-tapper), the founder and CEO of Coinfund, as well as an engineer, technologist, investor, and cosmonaut exploring the frontiers of AI. The crew discusses the creation of Jargon, a Chat GPT pseudolanguage, which Jake used to build a personal AI Spanish teacher, and the implications of recent AI development. In particular, they focus on AI's implications for privacy, the intersection of AI and Web3 (including crypto as a force of decentralization), and the many types of doom that could be facing us. All this, plus how to use Chat GPT to optimize your personal life, the role of AI in education, the coming marriage between Urbit and AI, and whether interacting with AI is a religious experience. Don't miss it. Timestamps0:00—Intro3:16—A brief history of Jake Brukhman6:00—AI language teacher and the creation of Jargon pseudolanguage14:44—The implications of AI and natural language programming for developers18:37—Jake's approach to AI investment and the marriage of AI and crypto24:42—Open AI and AI safety33:25—A unique AI doomsday scenario38:34—AI integration with Urbit and Hoon and rapid AI advancements45:20—Using Chat GPT to improve daily life52:00—Personal AI and AI assistants (plus more Urbit AI)1:08:25—Are we overestimating AI?1:17:35—OutroMentions:The Bitter Lesson by Rich SuttonThe Scaling Hypothesis by GwernConnect:Jake Brukhman (@jbrukh / ~ranter-tapper)~bichul-ritsen (@bichulR)~timluc-miptev (@basileSportif)~nilrun-mardux (@AlephDAO)And, if you liked the episode, don't forget to give us a five star review. Say something nice and we'll even read it on the pod.

On this extra special episode, the boys are joined by Shad (~narpel-machul), the GP of Giga Corp, a crypto marketing and investment firm, to discuss liquid lobbying (using capital allocation to direct the positive development of public goods in Web3), blockchain conferences, and how to tell a real DAO from a fake one. The squad also dives deep on Urbit culture, the untapped potential of being cool in crypto, and the accelerating fusion of lifestyle with technology. All this plus diarrhea, fighting on a volcano, crypto breakfasts in Kyiv, and frontier favelas. Don't miss it.Timestamps00:00 - Introduction and guest Shadi, founder of Giga, a liquid lobbying DAO.00:39 - Shadi's background and interest in crypto.05:24 - Evolution of Giga's investment criteria.06:14 - Defining "liquid lobbying" and its similarity to activist investing.07:33 - Delegation as a method for Giga to enter organizations.08:23 - Explanation of DAOs and their differences from traditional organizations.09:58 - Gitcoin model, success, and Giga's approach to funding public goods.10:29 - Different voting mechanisms in DAOs and the importance of fair launches.15:06 - Evaluating a project's seriousness by marketing focus and ecosystem development.23:05 - Initial funding and structuring for public projects to be successful.28:12 - Experiences at Eth Denver and Volcano Summit events.35:26 - Shadi's interest in Urbit, its culture, and use case.38:28 - Company sponsorship of events like Volcano Summit.43:03 - Giga materials and appealing projects for non-technical users.51:30 - Balancing attracting cool people and maintaining a clear thesis in Urbit.57:32 - Rapid development in the Urbit ecosystem.Connect:Shad / ~narpel-machul (@madladshad)~bichul-ritsen (@bichulR)~nilrun-mardux (@AlephDAO)And, if you liked the episode, don't forget to give us a five star review. Say something nice and we'll even read it on the pod.

On this extra special episode, the boys are joined by Uqbar developer, Urbit explorer, and Network Age frontiersman ~dachus-tiprel to discuss the joys of peer-to-peer programming with a Web 1 aesthetic. We also touch on a few of ~dachus' recent projects, including %blog, a p2p publishing platform you can host from your own server, and %pyro, a testing script that has transformed into one of Urbit's most promising methods for low-cost hosting. All this plus "exiting", the instantiation of an IRL Party DAO, and whether programmers are more like artists or plumbers. Don't miss it.

On this extra special episode, the boys (sans ~timluc) are joined by Sam Frank (~todset-partug) of the Urbit Foundation to discuss his defection from the New York literary scene to the frontiers of distributed technology. As an early investor to both Ethereum and Urbit, Sam has witnessed how digital-first communities can organize around shared values and the pursuit of knowledge. Together, Sam and our hosts dive into the future of Urbit, the wild world of Miladies, and Sam's own journey as a writer and esoteric explorer. All this plus Urbit marriages, psychic abilities, and the importance of throwing a really good party. MentionsSam's appearance on the Crazy Wisdom podcastTimestamps 0:00—Intro4:02—A short history of Sam Frank9:09—What drew Sam to Urbit/Ethereum?11:39—Communities, Neighborhoods, and Urbit20:46—How should Urbit grow (and should Urbit throw parties)?28:07—Urbit is for truth-seeking36:18—What on Urbit is Sam using now? What must we build?45:43—Milady47:00—The esoteric Sam's writing project52:52—Urbit, politics, and aesthetics54:42—Communities, once more1:02:45—OutroConnect:Sam Frank / ~todset-partug (@anecdoted)~bichul-ritsen (@bichulR)~timluc-miptev (@basileSportif)~nilrun-mardux (@AlephDAO)And, if you liked the episode, don't forget to give us a five star review. Say something nice and we'll even read it on the pod.

On this extra special episode, the boys are joined by esteemed CoinDesk reporters Marc Hochstein (~fodrex-malmev) and Tracy Wang to discuss the major crypto narratives of 2022. In particular, they dive into FTX (covered in-depth by Tracy for CoinDesk) and its implications for the coming year, as well as the general craziness of crypto reporting and the importance of being "long volatility." Then, the crew looks to 2023 to consider federal crypto regulation, the rise of zero-knowledge rollups, and protocol-level advances for Ethereum. All this plus polycules, Urbit, and buying Bitcoin in person from a man in the park. Mentions:Money of the Mind by James GrantMarc's CoinDesk ReportingTracy's CoinDesk ReportingConnect:Marc Hochstein (@MarcHochstein)Tracy Wang (@0x_tracy)~bichul-ritsen (@bichulR)~timluc-miptev (@basileSportif)~nilrun-mardux (@AlephDAO)And, if you liked the episode, don't forget to give us a five star review. Say something nice and we'll even read it on the pod.

On this extra special episode, the boys are joined by Luis Cuende and Anastasiya Belyaeva of Nation3, the world's first internet-native jurisdiction and "cloud nation." Luis (cofounder of Aragon) and Anastasiya discuss their network state optimism, how DAOs and smart contracts will shape a digital court system, and the benefits of becoming a Nation3 citizen. Then, they dive into capital formation in special economic zones, how digital states can support values-driven community, and the relative value of patriotism. Timestamps:0:o0—Intro to Nation33:08—Luis's and Anastasiya's backgrounds6:31—What does Nation3 look like practically?15:06—Enforcing a digital legal system22:27–How does a digital state provide national services and create economic opportunity?28:25—Conflicts with existing jurisdictions and special economic zones30:57—What will Nation3 look like in 5-10 years?33:19—Community and value formation in a digital community38:42—Is crypto tech/infrastructure ready for network states?43:06—Is the concept of a "nation state" outdated?54:57—The advantages and disadvantages of operating as a DAO59:52—A brief Aragon interlude1:03:00—Wrap-up1:05:28—OutroMentions:Nation3 ManifestoConnect:Luis Cuende (@licuende)Anastasiya Belyaeva (@anastasiya_vc)~bichul-ritsen (@bichulR)~timluc-miptev (@basileSportif)~nilrun-mardux (@AlephDAO)And, if you liked the episode, don't forget to give us a five star review. Say something nice and we'll even read it on the pod.

In this extra special episode, the boys are joined by Grant Hummer and Matt Liston, two of Ethereum's most original gangsters, to discuss the blockchain's complicated past, its mistakes and pitfalls, and what the future might hold for our favorite L1. Matt, a cofounder of Augur and Gnosis, previously worked for the Ethereum foundation, while Grant founded San Francisco's oldest Ethereum developer meetup. Assisted by your handsome co-hosts, our guests also explore the future of blockchain on Urbit, the pitfalls of inadequate leadership, startup pessimism, how to found a crypto religion, and the metaphysical ecstasy of blockchain contemplation. This is an episode you won't want to miss. Timestamps:0:00—Intro1:25—The dark, twisted history of Matt Liston5:15—The macabre, terrifying background of Grant Hummer8:01—Capital formation and the "Golden Age" of ICOs17:33—The state of Ethereum today (and the case for optimism)26:35—Crypto metaphysics and a blockchain religion37:14—Scaling, functional crypto, and the development of "fundamentals"44:59—Urbit, baby (and Uqbar)48:11—The mistakes of early Ethereum and the importance of leadership58:53—Is Urbit ready for the outside world?1:06:06—Wrap-up1:08:16—OutroMentions: Out of the Ether by Matthew LeisingThe Cryptopians by Laura ShinThe Infinite Machine by Camila RussoThe Tyranny of Structurelessness by Joe FreemanConnect:Matt Liston (~tacsup-datsynGrant Hummer (~habnec-fidlyx / @gphummer)~bichul-ritsen (@bichulR)~timluc-miptev (@basileSportif)~nilrun-mardux (@AlephDAO)And, if you liked the episode, don't forget to give us a five star review. Say something nice and we'll even read it on the pod.

On this extra special episode, the boys are joined by blockchain entrepreneur and decentralization advocate Owen Barnes (~locruc-fonmec) to discuss the rise of personal artificial intelligence tools, the importance of user interface, and how to design a new internet from the ground up. Then, they explore how new AI platforms (such as Chat GPT and Codex) can empower programmers, whether AI will protect (or exploit) personal data, and the role of crypto in curation of AI content. All this plus digital reincarnation of departed loved ones, algorithmic broadway musicals, and sign placement on the London Underground.Timestamps:o:oo—Intro0:54—Owen Barnes—the man, the myth, the legend2:57—Owning your data/communities5:`18—Redesigning the web from scratch and rethinking UI11:59—AI as coding assistant28:51—Personal AI and data protection37:27—AI and creativity51:22—Crypto + AI and content curation1:00:31—The dangers of AI and data manipulation1:02:09—AI's immediate future1:07:12—Wrap up1:08:44 —OutroConnect:~bichul-ritsen (@bichulR)~timluc-miptev (@basileSportif)~nilrun-mardux (@AlephDAO)Owen Barnes (@temporalwave / owen@owenbarnes.com)And, if you liked the episode, don't forget to give us a five star review. Say something nice and we'll even read it on the pod.

On this extra special episode, the boys lay it all on the line in a daring new two part format to analyze the problems with community, content, and discovery (on social media, Reddit, etc.) and discuss how it may differ in the near future. Then, in part 2, the boys are joined by Finn Brown (~finnem-pilbes), founder of Vienna Hypertext, a "smart-canvas for ideas" that presents an innovative vision for community and social collaboration in the Network Age. This was a spectacular conversation that offers concrete alternatives to current forms of social media and provides hope for a world in which humans use computers as social and intellectual tool—rather than the reverse.Note: While ~bichul-ritsen is an idiot who used the wrong mic for part 1, stick around for part 2 where everyone sounds squeaky clean!Timestamps:0:00—Intro1:34—Challenges with content, community, and discovery6:08—What is the purpose of discovery?11:50—Is discovery meritocratic?17:52—Tension between consumer discovery and publisher broadcasting19:45—Discovery and Urbit24:47—PART 2: Finn Brown and Vienna Hypertext25:46—Finn's journey, the Western Canon, and Hypertexts at large34:41—Computer interface affects culture37:58—Discovery and Vienna Hypertext47:43—Human-powered connections on Vienna51:08—How texts work on Vienna57:48—Vienna Scribe (transcription app)1:07:29—Machine learning and AI1:13:12—Recap1:15:54—OutroConnect:~bichul-ritsen (@bichulR)~timluc-miptev (@basileSportif)~nilrun-mardux (@AlephDAO)Finn Brown (~finnem-pilbes / @viennahypertext)And, if you liked the episode, don't forget to give us a five star review. Say something nice and we'll even read it on the pod.

On this extra special episode, the boys are joined by Stephen Galebach, an expert on cryptocurrency law, to discuss the immense implications of the El Salvador digital asset law recently proposed by President Bukele to the Legislative Assembly. Galebach was directly involved in the creation of the El Salvador DAO law, and his vast experience includes the Reagan administration Justice Department and the Wild West ICO days of 2017. Together, he and the boys discuss international business jurisdiction, Tornado Cash, the practicalities of incorporating a business abroad, and much more.This episode is a MUST LISTEN for ANYONE involved in the crypto industry, from founders to traders, with vital information on how to keep your assets safe.Disclaimer: This is NOT legal advice.Timestamps:0:00—Intro1:49—The long legal career of S. Galebach esq.3:56—ICOs, the SEC, tokens, and the Howie Test12:29—Are "utility" tokens securities?'16:10—The hostile U.S. regulatory environment20:23—Non-U.S. jurisdictions friendly to crypto28:16—The history of the El Slavador Digital Asset Law34:18—What is covered by the El Salvador law?38:51—Setting up a corporation in El Salvador41:01—What are the implications of treating tokens as securities (or not)?50:20—U.S. enforcement of crypto law and Tornado Cash arrests52:38—Decreased crime in El Salvador55:46—How easy is it for Americans to get legal protections in El Salvador?58;56—Will other countries copy El Salvador's success?1:00:29—Sustainable national crypto enthusiasm1:04:43—A quick deviation to SBF and FTX1:07:07—Practical steps for people interested in doing crypto business in El Salvador1:09:10—Wrapping upConnect:~bichul-ritsen (@bichulR)~timluc-miptev (@basileSportif)~nilrun-mardux (@AlephDAO)Stephen Galebach (steve@galebachlaw.com)And, if you liked the episode, don't forget to give us a five star review. Say something nice and we'll even read it on the pod.

On this extra special episode, the boys welcome Roko (~bacsul-lissyl) of Basilisk fame to discuss the FTX collapse, his hopes for Urbit, and how crypto can become more than a scam. The team also dives into the dangers of centralization and censorship (on Twitter and beyond), crowdfunding and dominant assurance contracts, and the optimism of personal AI. All this and more—don't miss it.Timestamps: 0:00—Intro1:29—Whence Roko?3:43—FTX, crypto scams, and CEXs9:25—The importance of trustlessness and censorship resistance15:59—Roko's history pt. II and early internet nostalgia18:19—Free speech on Urbit and AI censorship22:15—Personal AI26:44—Barriers to technological adoption (Urbit hosting, Trezors, etc.)30;55—Censorship on Twitter38:23—A positive future for crypto42:201—Crypto crowdfunding and dominant assurance contracts46:24—Better primitives and programmable capitalism49:00—Ukraine war and geopolitics54:28—We out!Connect:~bichul-ritsen (@bichulR)~timluc-miptev (@basileSportif)~nilrun-mardux (@AlephDAO)Roko a.k.a. ~bacsul-lissyl (@RokoMijic)And, if you liked the episode, don't forget to give us a five star review. Say something nice and we'll even read it on the pod.

On this extra special episode, the boys are joined by software developer and Ethereum OG Lane Rettig (~hocfer-modlex) to discuss the development of Ethereum, values-driven technology, and his long-awaited return to Urbit. The team also examine the risks of Proof-of-Stake and OFAC compliance, Lane's new project Spacemesh, and the global reach of the crypto industy as it enters the Network Age. Don't miss it. Mentions:~timluc's thread on Eth censorshipTimestamps:0:00—Intro0:45—A brief history of Lane Rettig and Ethereum10:32—Lane's Urbit journey13:17—The realtionship between culture, values, and technology20:57—How "culture" built Ethereum24:01—How/why so much in crypto is soulless/lacks values28:26—What cryptos projects are "value-driven"? (Bitcoin, Ethereum, Urbit)33:31—Spacemesh39:04—The great Proof-of-Stake debate45:51—Ethereum and OFAC compliance51:18—Lane's vision for the Network Age55:55—The international nature of crypto57:43—The future of investing1:01:40—Urbit, acceleration, and where we go from here1:05:43—OutroConnect: ~bichul-ritsen (@bichulR)~timluc-miptev (@basileSportif)~nilrun-mardux (@AlephDAO)Lane Rettig a.k.a. ~hocfer-modlex (@lrettig)And, if you liked the episode, don't forget to give us a five star review. Say something nice and we'll even read it on the pod.

In this extra special episode, the boys interrogate Network Age co-host and Uqbar founder ~timluc-miptev about his forthcoming article on the IndustryDollar, which powers the trad economy, and the BlockDollar, which powers a a blockchain-enriched economy. They explore how the two systems handle marginal costs, equity financing, and lending, as well as what new forms will be enabled by blockchain-empowered content creation and why the IndustryDollar isn't dead. All this plus Axl Rose, Tahiti, and a few too many jokes about "hardness". Mentions: Josh Stark on "Atoms, Institutions, and Blockchains"Justin Murphy on "Social AI"Noah Smith on Bankless—"The Future is Fiat"Timestamp: 0:00—Intro1:16—The BlockDollar and the IndustryDollar5:20—"Hardness"—enforcement through atoms, institutions, and blockchains11:05—Applications of the IndustryDollar in traditional finance13:18—Lending vs. equity investment17:56—"Social AI" and blockchain-enriched content creation21:04—Monetizing with in legacy systems25:54—Evolving platforms—"code, content, and capital"33:03—Stripe and the digital IndustryDolalr40:04—Software and developers with the BlockDollar46:02—AdiosAnd, if you liked the episode, don't forget to give us a five star review. Say something nice and we'll even read it on the pod.

On this very special episode, the boys are joined by ~padlut-bilneb, a full-time contributor at Gitcoin, a platform for funding public goods in the Ethereum ecosystem (including projects like Uniswap, Optimism, and the Bankless podcast). The team discusses the future of public goods in Web3, including the benefits and drawbacks of quadratic funding, digitally native education, and the the development of social and collective projects on Urbit. All this plus: how to fund open-source software, public infrastructure development in Network Age cities, bull-tard Eth maxi-ism, and passport issues for ~timluc's dog.Timestamps:0:00—Intro1:40—Gitcoin and introduction to public goods5:13—Quadratic Funding and 13:23—Successful Gitcoin projects (Uniswap, Bankless, etc.)`20:15—~padlut's journey to Gitcoin, crypto, and urbit22:47—What do public goods look like in the Network Age (and specifically education)?26:40—The politics and values of Urbit32:59—The future of public goods on Urbit40:26—Public goods in digital communities (DAOs, Network States, etc.)52:57—New ways to fund Network Age public goods1:01:23—OutroIf you like the show, don't forget to subscribe, rate, and comment on your favorite podcasting platform—say something nice and we'll even read it on the pod.Find us online:~timluc-miptev/@BasileSportif~bichul-ritsen/@BichulR~nilrun-mardux/@AlephDao~padlut-bilneb/@publicmaxwellUrbit: web+urbitgraph://group/~mister-hoster-dozzod-hocwet/network-age-antechamber

In this extra special episode, the boys are joined by ~bitmep-faswyn, co-founder of Assembly Capital, to explore the risks, benefits, and excitement of early investment—whether funding developing technology like Urbit or building Network Age infrastructure in Latin America. Bitmep also discusses how his personal journey, from Texas football star to Harvard grad to recovering addict, shaped his optimistic, human-centered approach to investment. All this plus Friday Night Lights, Harvard gossip, and the benefits of drinking baby blood. Timestamps: 0:00—Intro1:38—Assembly Capital and Early Urbit Investment8:11—Network Age investment in Latin America12:16—A Modern Medici? Building a better world through investment18:03—The benefits of investing early23:28—The development of Urbit (and growing outsider interest)32:18—Harvard: we all went there. Did we learn anything?38:45—Bitmep's personal journey and learning from rock bottom 46:47—Disillusionment with the establishment50:20—The Network Age: A more human way of living1:00:00—Predicting the future and "definite optimism"And, if you liked the episode, don't forget to give us a five star review! If you say something nice, we'll even read it on the pod.

On this extra special episode, the boys discuss what it means to exit legacy economic and geopolitical systems, in particular tech and tech-adjacent workers defecting from large American cities. From the El Salvador DAO law to Praxis to the ethical issues of transnational gentrification, we explore the good and the bad of the Network Age and who is poised to benefit from the digital frontier. All this plus a dog named Chad, fistfights in Montana, and ~nilrun confusing the size of several American states.Timestamps:0:00—Intro0:53—El Salvador DAO Law12:02—The Great Worker Migration25:51—Infrastructure on the "frontier"33:00—Ethics of transnational migration42:33—What do we need from a Network Age city or country?48:09—Prospera and Praxis56:38—Maids