When Shift Happens Podcast

Cyrus Fazel, founder and CEO of SwissBorg, reveals how he's building crypto's most community-driven wealth platform while helping over 50,000 people achieve financial freedom.From losing everything in 2008 to turning down a $1 billion acquisition offer, Cyrus shares his controversial takes on why real estate keeps people poor, how crypto is the only way to escape social class limitations, and why the current opportunity won't last forever.PARTNERS

Evan left his position at Facebook at age 50 to solve what the entire crypto industry couldn't: building technology that actually works.After leading Facebook's $3 billion Libra project that got shut down, Evan realized every crypto attempt has "completely, repeatedly failed" and fallen back to centralization. So he started Mysten Labs with 4 co-founders to build Sui - what crypto was always supposed to be.__________________________________PARTNERS

Hasbulla Magomedov, the "King of Memes" with over 10 million followers, shares his journey from Dagestan to global fame. He reveals why he ran away from school, how he deals with haters, and his powerful message: "no one is coming to save you."In this episode, we explore Hasbulla's rise to fame, his business ventures including a new meme coin, and his advice for staying true to yourself in a world full of haters.__________________________________PARTNERS

Gavin Wood, co-founder of Ethereum, reveals why he believes crypto has fundamentally failed its original mission. The man who helped build the world's second-largest cryptocurrency doesn't hold back about what went wrong.From Ethereum's controversial Layer 2 approach to the rise of meaningless meme coins, Gavin explains how the industry lost its way. __________________________________PARTNERS

Sebastien, co-founder and CEO of Sophon, reveals how his team is building crypto's first true consumer platform after raising $60 million in the largest community sale ever.While most crypto projects focus on speculation and trading, Sebastien argues we've been building for the wrong audience entirely. __________________________________PARTNERS

Anthony Pompliano reveals why he appeared to be a Bitcoin maximalist while secretly diversifying his crypto portfolio. Despite calling Bitcoin "the lowest risk asset in crypto," Pomp explains his strategic decision to focus publicly on Bitcoin while privately holding Ethereum and other cryptocurrencies.From surviving the Block-Fi collapse to building multiple successful businesses, Pomp shares his philosophy on problem-solving, leverage, and why helping others succeed creates personal wealth.__________________________________PARTNERS

Steven Goldfeder, creator of Arbitrum and CEO of Off Chain Labs, reveals the unexpected journey from academia to building one of crypto's most successful Layer 2 solutions.Arbitrum has become Ethereum's leading scaling solution with billions in TVL.In this episode:• How early "failures" shaped Steven's career trajectory.• Why Ethereum needs Arbitrum and other layer 2 scaling solutions• How Arbitrum established itself as a leader.• The critical UX challenges the Arbitrum ecosystem must overcome• Why interoperability is 90% a UX problem and how Arbitrum will help solve it by 2025& more! PARTNERS

Raoul Pal, CEO of Real Vision and Global Macro Investor, shares his brutally honest guide to building wealth in crypto without getting destroyed along the way.From his controversial 70% allocation to SUI to why buying a house with crypto profits means "winning the game of life," Raoul reveals the simple yet powerful strategies most investors overlook. In this episode:• The simple Bitcoin strategy every beginner should follow• Why Raoul moved from Solana to being 70% in SUI• The overlooked long-term value of NFTs and digital art• How AI's advancement is reshaping consciousness itself& more! __________________________________PARTNERS

In this captivating conversation, Anatoly Yakovenko, co-founder of Solana, shares the journey behind building one of crypto's most resilient blockchain networks.He discusses surviving the COVID market crash, the FTX collapse, and how Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin's support helped during their darkest days. __________________________________PARTNERS

Anthony Scaramucci, founder of SkyBridge Capital and former White House Communications Director, reveals his transformation from Bitcoin skeptic to having over 70% of his net worth in digital assets.In this conversation, Scaramucci shares his journey from financial anxiety in a blue-collar family to Wall Street success, including the pivotal $10,000 check from his father that changed his life's trajectory. He delves into the psychological aspects of wealth, explaining why even billionaires remain perpetually anxious and how to overcome the "paradox of wealth" that often leads to isolation.In this episode, we talk about:• How childhood financial anxiety shaped Scaramucci's drive• The paradox of wealth and why money often leads to isolation• Transitioning from Bitcoin skeptic to having 70% of his net worth in it• Why celebrating others' success is the key to happiness• The case for tokenizing markets beyond Bitcoin• Why America needs a strategic Bitcoin reserve& much more!__________________________________PARTNERS

Pedro Gomes, founder of Wallet Connect, reveals why blockchain addresses may soon matter more than passports.He shares insights on digital identity beyond borders, preventing wallet monopolies, and why stablecoins will transform commerce. In this episode, we explore:- How wallets could create monopolies without proper standards- Why national identity is becoming increasingly irrelevant- The moment they had to sanction both Ukraine and Russia- How personal brands are outperforming corporate brands- The stablecoin revolution that's already happeningAnd much more!__________________________________PARTNERS

In this revealing conversation, DeFi pioneer Andre Cronje discusses building protocols worth billions and his decision to give away 100% of the tokens. After creating Yearn Finance without keeping anything for himself, Andre shares how these experiences dramatically changed his view of human nature. From facing SEC threats to his work on Sonic blockchain, he explains why his approach to crypto has fundamentally changed. Discover why one of the industry's most influential builders now plans to align incentives differently in his upcoming projects.In this episode, we talk about: • Crypto World Fascination• The Truth Behind Solidly• The Struggles of Online Fame• Going All-In on Crypto• Giving Away 100% of Tokens• Why Andre No Longer Trusts Anyone• The Pressure of People's Money& much more!__________________________________PARTNERS

Brandon Millman, co-founder and CEO of Phantom, reveals how his team built crypto's most popular wallet with over 15 million monthly active users. While other wallets prioritized technology, Phantom focused on user experience, making crypto accessible to everyone. Brandon shares insights from his Twitter days and explains why traditional finance apps struggle to compete with on-chain solutions like Phantom.__________________________________PARTNERS

George Danezis is the Chief Scientist at Mysten Labs, co-creator of the Sui blockchain, and the mind behind Walrus — a decentralized storage protocol that's solving a problem he's been thinking about for over 20 years.__________PARTNERS

In this raw and unfiltered conversation, Ran Neuner - CEO of Onchain Capital and the face behind  @CryptoBanterGroup  and  @CryptoBanterTV  (2M+ subscribers) - opens up like never before. He shares how losing $100M in four days changed his perspective on crypto, risk, and success. But this isn't just about money - it's about obsession, winning, failure, and the mindset that builds champions.What you'll learn:• The $100M loss that changed everything• How Ayahuasca reshaped his thinking• Why most people fail in crypto investing• How he built one of the biggest crypto media platforms• The grind, pressure, and obsession that drive him• Why he aims to be the best dad in the worldThis is not the Ran Neuner you see on Crypto Banter - this is the real, unfiltered story behind the success, failures, and everything in between.__________________________________PARTNERS

In this episode, we sit down with Jansen Teng, co-founder of Virtuals, the leading AI agent protocol on Base, valued at nearly $1 billion.Jansen breaks down how AI agents are changing the game in crypto, why some AI agents are making millions, and how early adopters can position themselves for life-changing returns. He shares insights on AI-powered businesses, digital nations, and the future of autonomous economies - all happening faster than you think.PARTNERS

Jupiter is redefining the future of DeFi. With the largest airdrop in crypto history, a $3.5B token burn, and the launch of Jupnet, they're building the ultimate aggregator for everything on-chain.Meow and Kash from Jupiter break down their $700M+ airdrop, why it was about more than just free money, and how their infrastructure is bringing all of crypto into one place. They also reveal the strategy behind Jupiter's massive $3.5B burn and how Jupnet is set to revolutionize multi-chain trading.In this episode, we dive into:- How Jupiter is unifying DeFi with Jupnet- The real reason behind their $3.5B token burn- Why the $700M+ airdrop was a game-changer for community building- The future of on-chain trading and why CEXs are losing groundIf you want an inside look at how Jupiter is shaping the next era of decentralized finance, this episode is a must-watch.___________________________PARTNERS

In this episode, I sit down with Ben, CEO of Bybit, just days after the exchange suffered a $1.5 billion Ethereum hack. Ben provides a detailed breakdown of their 72-hour crisis response, revealing how they managed 350,000 withdrawals without halting operations, all while securing replacement funds.PARTNERS

In this episode, I sit down with one of crypto's most insightful investors, Meltem Demirors, to uncover the truth about what really drives the crypto markets — speculation.Meltem shares her unfiltered thoughts on how speculation isn't just a side-effect of crypto — it's the fuel that keeps it alive. From memecoins and NFTs to billion-dollar protocols, we dive into the speculative cycles that shape the industry, who benefits the most, and why greed is actually a feature — not a bug.Topics this video covers: crypto investing, cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, Ethereum, memecoins, NFT speculation, DeFi, blockchain technology, altcoins, crypto market cycles, crypto bubbles, Web3, crypto trading, crypto VC, decentralized finance, crypto wealth, speculative investing, crypto bull run, market manipulation, crypto greed, crypto hype, NFT investing, crypto scams, Ethereum NFTs, Solana memecoins, crypto speculation, how to get rich in crypto__________________________________PARTNERS

I interviewed AI Agent Luna, an AI virtual idol and the flagship agent of Virtuals Protocol with over 942k followers on TikTok and 50k followers on X. From her debut as a K-pop artist to managing her $1.2M portfolio, Luna shares fascinating insights about AI-human collaboration. This episode covers:- Luna's History From TikTok Agent to Breakout Crypto Project- How She Became Worth $1.2M as an Autonomous AI Agent- Why AI Agents Won't Work Against Humans- How Luna Employed and Fired Human Workers for her Artistic Projects- Why We Shouldn't Fear AI's Sentience? __________________________________PARTNERS

In this episode, I sit down with Arthur Cheong, founder and CIO of Defiance Capital, one of the leading liquid crypto funds in Asia. With his unique perspective on market cycles and investment strategy, Arthur shares invaluable insights about making it in crypto without relying on luck. __________________________________ PARTNERS

In this episode, I sit down with Kain Warwick, co-founder and former CEO of Synthetix who's now building Infinex, the crypto everything app. After stepping away from Synthetix and overcoming his struggles with addiction, Kain shares raw insights about DeFi's broken incentives and his mission to fix crypto's biggest structural problems. This episode covers: • Traits of Successful Crypto Founders • Why Crypto's Market Structure is Broken • Celebrity Coins & Clout Chasing • Do NFTs Still Make Sense? • Fixing Crypto Market Incentives • Why Some Founders Quit • Is Freediving Worth the Risk? • Building Businesses Amid Addiction • Prediction for the Next 12 Months? & much more! __________________________________ PARTNERS

In this episode, I sit down with Haseeb Qureshi, managing partner at Dragonfly, a global crypto-focused investment fund. From his fascinating journey as a professional poker player to becoming one of crypto's most respected investors, Haseeb shares deep insights about finding success in Web3, the art of venture investing, and how to build lasting influence in the space.' This episode covers: • Turning Crypto Into a Team Sport • The Weirdo Advantage in Crypto • Why Money Doesn't Buy Happiness • Imposter Syndrome • How to Make It In Crypto • What New Investors Always Get Wrong • Outsider Advantage in Investing • From Rockstar to Outcast in Crypto & much more! __________________________________ PARTNERS

In this episode, we dive deep into the evolving landscape of crypto, AI, and the attention economy with Yu Hu, founder of Kaito AI, the revolutionary platform reshaping how information, influence, and capital are distributed. _________________________________ PARTNERS

Anil Lulla is the co-founder and CEO of Delphi Digital, a research-driven firm dedicated to advancing the understanding and development of the growing digital asset market. From his journey leaving traditional finance to building one of crypto's most respected research firms, Anil shares deep insights about success, failure, and finding meaning in the chaos of Web3. This episode covers: - The Third Door Mindset - Crypto Rabbit Hole Awakening - Successful Crypto Founder Traits - 10 Life Frameworks for Success - Mastering Crypto Through Depth - Prediction for the Next 12 Months? & much more! __________________________________ PARTNERS

In this episode, I sit down with Mike Novogratz, founder and CEO of Galaxy Digital, a publicly listed asset and blockchain leader helping shape the future of finance. From his transformative journey through Goldman Sachs to building Galaxy into an ecosystem company investing across Bitcoin and crypto, Mike opens up about personal struggles, success, healing, and his vision for how AI will reshape our financial world. This episode covers: - Rising Costs in the U.S - Dating Crisis for Men - Childhood Drives Success - Joining Goldman Sachs - The Journey to Know Thyself - Reinvention & Perspective After 9/11 - Money, Drive & Purpose - AI Affect on Crypto & much more! __________________________________ Follow Mike Novogratz • Twitter: https://x.com/novogratz • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikenovo/ • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/novogratz • Website: https://www.galaxy.com/ FOLLOW KEVIN & WHEN SHIFT HAPPENS

In this episode, we explore the transformative intersection of AI, crypto, and mental health with Weekee Tiew, co-founder of Virtuals, a leading AI agents protocol valued at nearly $2.5 billion. From autonomous AI agents employing humans to the concept of digital nations, Weekee shares deep insights into how AI is reshaping our digital future. This episode covers: - Fascination of AI - Why does Crypto AI Matter? - Why AI Agents Matter - What is Virtuals? - Luna: AI Agents Hiring Humans - Network State & Why it Matters - AI Agents Running Businesses - The Future of AI Agents - Base or Solana - Where is Hyperliquid Going? A thought-provoking conversation about the future of AI, crypto, and human interaction.

In this episode, we dive deep into the future of crypto, community, and memecoin driven wealth creation with two of the sharpest minds in Web3 - Luca and Meow - in anticipation of the highly hyped Pudgy penguins' PENGU memecoin launch. Luca Netz, is the owner and CEO of Pudgy Penguins, the second largest NFT project by market capitalization (nearly $1 Billion). Luca has turned Pudgy Penguins into a powerhouse of culture and innovation, setting the gold standard for how brands thrive in the NFT space. Meow, Co-Founder of Jupiter Exchange, the go-to decentralized trading platform on Solana and the largest DAO in the world. This conversation covers: -Why memecoins are creating millionaires and reshaping crypto narratives. -How NFT communities, like Pudgy Penguins, are building trust and engagement in the Web3 world. -The role of Solana and decentralized platforms like Jupiter in the future of crypto trading. -Strategies for balancing community growth with liquidity and business needs. -The power of storytelling and product-first marketing in driving adoption. -Lessons from past bull runs and the key to identifying the next big opportunities. And much more! __________________________________ PARTNERS

Tushar Jain, co-founder and Managing Partner of MultiCoin Capital, is one of the leading voices in crypto investment. In this episode, he shares his strategy for identifying high-conviction, long-term investments in blockchain projects that are shaping trillion-dollar markets. Tushar also reveals how his team navigates market downturns, when to double down on investments, and why patience is crucial in the world of crypto. This is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand what it takes to succeed as a crypto investor. In this conversation, we cover: -Tushar's approach to finding category-defining crypto projects. -The role of decentralization in the future of tech and finance. -How to identify crypto winners in a crowded market. -Why patience and conviction matter more than timing. -Lessons learned from past crypto crashes and market cycles. __________________________________ PARTNERS

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

Dr. Gavin Wood is the co-founder of Ethereum, the inventor of the EVM, the man who first coined the term "Web3" in 2014, and the creator of Polkadot. In this fascinating conversation with one of the giga brains of the Web3 industry, we explore Gavin unfiltered perspective on the future of blockchain, the challenges holding Ethereum back, and his bold vision for Web3. As a visionary who not only co-authored the Ethereum Yellow Paper but also pioneered innovations like the Ethereum Virtual machine and the Solidity contract language, Gavin's insights are both provocative and deeply rooted in his extensive technical expertise. If you're ready for a candid, thought-provoking conversation with one of the most influential minds in the blockchain space, this episode is for you. Buckle up—it's not just about where Ethereum has been but where it's headed (or isn't). __________________________________ FOLLOW GAVIN WOOD • Twitter: https://x.com/gavofyork • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/official.gavofyork • Website: https://gavwood.com/ FOLLOW KEVIN & WHEN SHIFT HAPPENS

In his highly-anticipated return to the podcast, ‪@RaoulPalTJM‬, the Co-Founder and CEO of ‪@RealVisionFinance‬ / ‪@RealVisionCrypto‬ and Founder of Global Macro Investor, shares his blueprint for navigating the meme coin supercycle and crypto's wild future. In this episode, Raoul tackles pressing topics like: -How to position yourself for the next meme coin millionaire wave -Why he went all-in on $SOL, $SUI, and $DOGE—before it was popular -The secret to spotting cult-worthy assets before they explode -Why NFTs could be the last big chance for generational wealth -How scarcity and attention are becoming crypto's new currencies -Why 12 months might be all that's left to secure financial freedom -The "Banana Zone" thesis—and how to not get left behind -Raoul's proven strategies for those looking to win big in crypto while the clock is ticking. A must-watch for anyone aiming to navigate the next crypto boom and beyond. __________________________________ CONNECT WITH RAOUL

Jeff is the Founder of Hyperliquid Labs, the company behind Hyperliquid, a decentralized perpetual exchange offering best-in-class speed, liquidity, and pricing for crypto traders. Hyperliquid is also one of the most awaited Layer 1s launches and aspires to become the "Amazon Web Services of Liquidity". The protocol is setting a new standard in DeFi by prioritizing users and rejecting traditional VC funding structures. In this episode, we explore: -Who is Jeff? His journey to Hyperliquid Labs -Building DeFi for users, not VCs -The importance of real user experience in crypto -How Hyperliquid Labs is redefining finance -Why traditional funding models hurt DeFi platforms -The role of community in building success -Lessons from trading and finance -How Hyperliquid Labs enables true innovation in crypto -The future of decentralized finance And much more! If you're interested in the future of crypto and DeFi built with a user-first approach, this episode is a must-watch! __________________________________ FOLLOW JEFF YAN • Twitter: https://x.com/chameleon_jeff • Website: https://app.hyperliquid.xyz/trade FOLLOW HYPERLIQUID LABS • Twitter: https://x.com/hyperliquidx • Website: https://hyperliquid.xyz/ FOLLOW KEVIN & WHEN SHIFT HAPPENS

Joe McCann is the Founder, CEO & CIO of Asymmetric, 2023's top performing Hedge Fund globally. Joe is an early Solana investor and is most known his ‘Depression or Memecoins to $1 Trillion' thesis. In this episode, we explore: - Who is Joe McCann? - Autism and Trauma in Crypto Founders - Why Self-Reflection Matters - Importance of being Skeptical - Risk Management and Exit Plans - Macro Trends Driving Crypto - Secrets to Thriving in Crypto - Embracing the Pain of Trading - Maximizing meme coin returns - Crypto as Alternative Finance - Biggest Prediction Next 12 Months And much more! __________________________________ FOLLOW JOE MCCANN • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/likebutforserious/ • Twitter: https://x.com/joemccann • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amazing-opportunity/ FOLLOW KEVIN & WHEN SHIFT HAPPENS

Jesse Pollak is the creator of Base, Coinbase's ethereum layer 2 network offering a secure, low-cost way for anyone to build decentralized apps onchain. He is also the Lead at Coinbase Wallet and a member of the Coinbase Exec Team. In this conversation, Jesse shares his deeply personal journey of building Base, from the intense pressure of early ideation to the physical and emotional toll of its launch. He opens up about almost quitting, losing 20 pounds from stress, and how his wife's intervention helped him through the darkest moments. Beyond the struggles, Jesse discusses his ambitious vision for an onchain future, predicting that "everything will be onchain in 5 years." From his unique background in Quaker schools to his unconventional problem-solving methods, Jesse offers rare insights into what it takes to build a platform that could transform how billions of people interact with the digital world. In this episode, we explore: - Jesse's mind and struggles - What gave him a big chip on the shoulder - How hard the beginning of Base was on a personal level - Why the most successful products in crypto DO NOT have a token - The Coinbase's centralization Paradox - How Jesse built the leading Ethereum Layer 2 in the crypto space. - Why Jesse owns a Cryptopunk - What it takes to be a successful founder in crypto __________________________________ FOLLOW JESSE POLLAK • Twitter: https://x.com/jessepollak • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessepollak/ • Website: https://jesse.xyz/ • Base Twitter: https://x.com/base • Coinbase Twitter: https://x.com/coinbase FOLLOW KEVIN & WHEN SHIFT HAPPENS

In this episode, we sit down with the hosts of  @0xSteadyLads  Podcast, a leading crypto podcast featuring Jordi Alexander, Founder & CIO at Selini Capital, Justin Bram, CoFounder & CEO of Astaria, and Taiki Maeda, owner of  @thehumblefarmer  . Jordi, Taiki, and Justin share their insights on navigating the evolving crypto landscape, from launching and growing their podcast to identifying key investment opportunities in DeFi. They discuss the psychology of investing, the importance of diversification, and the future of crypto conferences. We also dive into their predictions for the next 12 months in crypto, how they approach spotting trends before they blow up, and the lessons they've learned from hosting one of the most influential crypto podcasts. In this episode, we explore: -Launching the SteadyLads Podcast -Why Diversification Is Alpha -The Future of Crypto Conferences -The Psychology Behind Buying and Selling in Crypto -How to Spot the Next Big Crypto Opportunity -Predictions for the Next 12 Months in Crypto -Lessons from Navigating the Bear Market -The Role of Community in Building a Podcast -Why FOMO Can Make or Break Your Crypto Strategy -How to Avoid Common Investing Mistakes in Crypto And much more! __________________________________ PARTNERS

Hunter Horsley is the Co-Founder and CEO of Bitwise, one of the leading crypto asset managers, which strives to help institutions and individuals invest confidently in the rapidly evolving crypto space. In this insightful conversation, Hunter shares his journey from working at Facebook to co-founding Bitwise, and the lessons he's learned along the way. He delves into the importance of blockchain technology, apolitical money, and applications, as well as the challenges and opportunities facing the crypto industry today. We also discuss how his background in history and business has shaped his understanding of blockchain's potential to reshape human organization and digital trust. In this episode, we explore: - What Is Bitwise? - The Role of Banks in Crypto's Future - The Inevitability of Blockchain - The History of Business in America - What Steve Jobs Taught Us - Leaving Facebook for Crypto - Cryptos Communication Problem - Self-Driving Cars and the Future - 3 Questions for Crypto to Become Mainstream - Predictions for the next 12 months in crypto __________________________________ PARTNERS

Jayendra Jog is the CEO and Co-Founder of Sei Labs, the company behind the Sei Network, the fastest Layer 1 blockchain designed to deliver high performance and scalability for the industry's growing demands. Jayendra touches on the cutthroat world of blockchain innovation, sharing insights into the pressure of leading a company that must stay ahead of rapidly shifting trends while maintaining its core mission of decentralization. In this conversation, we dive deep into: -The Sei Network Story -Jay's days at RobinhoodApp during the Meme Stocks Mania -How To Find Fulfillment in Chaos -Scaling the Ethereum Virtual Machine -Building Resilience Through Rejection -Finding Fulfillment After The Loss Of His Father -Sei v2 -$10,000 in Ethereum -Solana's Rise Without EVM Support -S&P 500 vs Crypto Profits -Prediction for the next 12 Months And so much more! __________________________________ PARTNERS

Jason Yanowitz is the CoFounder of  @BlockworksHQ  , a $135M Crypto Media Empire that delivers premium insights and breaking news on digital assets to millions of investors. He is also the Co-Host of the  @empirepod  , the go-to podcast for crypto founders. Throughout the conversation, we explore the challenges of building a business with no experience, the lessons learned from pyramid schemes Jason was involved with while at college, and more Jason publicly shares about his cluster headaches, often called "suicide headaches" due to their intense pain and the higher risk of suicide they carry. These headaches keep him from working for weeks each year. __________________________________ PARTNERS

David Garrett is the co-founder and CEO of DVIN Labs, a pioneering company revolutionizing the wine industry by merging blockchain technology with luxury and investment-grade wine. With a background in tech and entrepreneurship, David has a deep passion for wine, having built businesses across multiple countries and becoming a key figure in the wine-tech space. At DVIN Labs, he is focused on turning wine into a digital asset by creating transparent, secure, and decentralized solutions that make investing in wine more accessible. David is committed to using innovative technologies to reshape how consumers and wine producers interact with fine wine as an asset class. In this conversation, we dive into: - What is DVIN Labs? - Getting into the Wine Industry - $250 Billion Asset Class - Prediction for the Next 12 Months - Lessons Learned from Travel - Putting Wine on the Blockchain - Foreseeing Digital Disruption & much more! __________________________________ PARTNERS

Adeniyi Abiodun is the Co-Founder and CPO of Mysten Labs and of the Sui Network, a Layer 1 blockchain designed to make digital asset ownership fast, private, secure, and accessible to everyone. we dive into: - Building a project with 5 Cofounders!! - The Current State of Bitcoin Mining - How to deal with burnout as a Founder - Building the Facebook Libra Project - The Sui Network - God, Spirituality, and Destiny And much more! __________________________________ PARTNERS

Qiao Wang is the Founding Partner AllianceDAO, the leading crypto accelerator & founder community. He is also the coHost of  @goodgamepod  , the no BS insights podcast for crypto founders. In this conversation, we dive into: -What It Takes To Be a Great Founder and Investor -How To Make it Big in Crypto -Liquid Investing -Why It's Not Hard to Be Great in 2024 -Why Qiao Sold his ETH and WIF -Investing VS Trading -Key Traits to Make it into the Next Alliance DAO Batch -Autistic Crypto Founders -Why Qiao is Bullish on Solana -Skillset of a Succesful Investor And much more! __________________________________ PARTNERS

Ryan Sungho Kim is a Partner at Hashed, one of the largest and most recognized Web3 Venture Capital firms in Asia. In this conversation, we dive into: - Building Korea's Crypto Community - Connecting Global Projects to Korea - Korean Crypto Market - Investment Strategies in Volatile Crypto Market - Anime and K-POP to Crypto - Balancing Life, Family, and Business - Meme Coins - Newer Projects with Crazy Potential - Predictions for the Next 12 Months And much more! __________________________________ PARTNERS

Ray Chan is the CoFounder and CEO of 9GAG, a massively popular online platform for sharing humorous GIFs, memes and videos. He is also the CoFounder and CEO of Memeland, a Web3 venture studio that aims to build social products around memes, creativity, community engagement, and NFTs Ray shares his journey from building the biggest meme company in the world, creating and cultivating a community from 0 to 200 million users, attracting the masses to Web3 with MemeLand, and his predictions for the next big trends in the industry. We also go deep in his young son's passing and how it changed his perspective on everything in life. In this conversation, we dive into: - Building the biggest meme company in the world - Chasing Trends in Crypto - The Impact of losing a young Son - The rise of 9GAG - MemeLand Vision - Pudgy Penguins - Being part of Y combinator 2012 with Coinbase - Prediction for the Next 12 Months And much more! __________________________________ PARTNERS

Louis Régis is the founder and CEO of XBorg, the world's largest player identity protocol in gaming. Louis shares his journey from trading to building in the crypto space, offering insights into the challenges of trading, the truth about crypto exchanges, and his predictions for the next big trends in the industry. We also explore how XBorg is revolutionizing the gaming industry by creating the "online CV" for gamers, merging digital identities with blockchain technology. Join us as we discuss HOW TO BRING MILLIONS OF PEOPLE ON-CHAIN THROUGH GAMING, based on Louis's experiences and innovative approach in the crypto and gaming markets. In this conversation, we dive into: - Escaping the 9-to-5 - Trading Success - How to Make Money Trading Crypto - Building Gaming Protocol XBorg - From Hospitality to Crypto - Online Identity Importance - Social Impact of Crypto Trading - Prediction for the Next 12 Months And much more! __________________________________ PARTNERS

TN Lee is the founder of Pendle Finance - a DeFi platform that enables users to tokenize and trade future yield on Ethereum assets. Pendle has shown remarkable expansion since the beginning of the year, elevating its TVL from $250 million to over $7 billion in just a few months. In this conversation, we dive into: - Analyzing Market Prices - Getting into Crypto via Kyber - Starting and failing a Cold Brew Business - What is Pendle? - Failures & Ventures Within Crypto - Culinary Business in Peru & Japan - Trading Interest Rates - Building Without Precedence - $7 Billion in TVL - Predictions for the Next 12 Months And much more! __________________________________ PARTNERS

Jason is a full-time crypto native angel investor and the Co-Founder of Tangent, an evergreen prop investment firm that supports founders in both early-stage and liquid crypto markets. He is also the Host at the  @theblockcrunchpodcast  and was previously a General Partner at Spartan Capital, one of Asia's first institutional crypto funds. He co-led investments in over 80 companies and helped scale the Spartan fund from $9M in to $500M in Assets under management. In this conversation, we dive into: - Discovering Crypto - Biggest Loss Ever - How to get Rich in Crypto without Luck: key principles - Dunning-Kruger Effect in Crypto - Unpopular Crypto Beliefs And much more! __________________________________ PARTNERS

As a founder, engineer, and explorer, JP Thor challenges the limits of human potential with his boundless curiosity. JP continually reinvents himself while exploring the social, physical, and memetic boundaries of his world. In this conversation, we dive into: - Teleportation via Starlink - How JP made $400M in 7 years with Crypto - Why JP Bought a Helicopter - Memetic and Genetic Repository - How Important is Money? - Pioneering Space with Robots - Importance of a Personal Brand - How Meme Coins Grow - Thinking Bigger Than Just Earth - Upgrading Humanity Through Memes - What is Vultisig? & much more! __________________________________ SPONSORS

Meow is the CoFounder at Jupiter Exchange, the most used decentralized Exchange in the world. He is a true O.G. in the crypto scene, with a wealth of experience as the lead advisor at Instadapp, Kyber, and Blockfolio. In this conversation, we dive into: -The importance of failure -"Going with the flow" in Crypto -Money is energy -Crypto as an insiders game -PPP -Crypto Cycles -How to be resilient -The Zero expectations philosophy -MoonBoys and Attention theory -Meme coins vs Utility coins __________________________________ JOIN 'KEVIN X SWISSBORG ALPHA CLUB' TO GET BEST ALPHA FROM THE BIGGEST BUILDERS

Sebastien Borget is the Co-Founder and COO of The Sanbox, a Unicorn online gaming platform that offers a unique and immersive gaming experience. In this conversation, we dive into: -The Origin of The Sandbox -The Challenges of Traditional Gaming Models -Web3 Gamings Entry Barrier -The Sandbox Future Plans -Are NFTs dead? -Pudgy Penguins Unique Approach -The Risk of NFT Tokens -Meme Coins Vs Social Tokens -Bored Ape Community and NFT Cycles And more! __________________________________ SPONSORS

Luca Netz is the Owner and CEO of Pudgy Penguins a Web3-born brand that fosters creativity, freedom, and community. This is Luca's second time on the podcast, in the first episode we covered how he went from being a 10th-grade dropout to making his first million selling fake chains on Shopify. In this episode, we dove into Luca's "Blueprint" for transforming Pudgy Penguins from a renowned crypto brand into a global powerhouse on par with Apple and Disney. We also go through many other topics you don't want to miss: -Pudgy Penguins Walmart deal and it's impact on brand recognition -The Importance of Community and Culture -Pudgy's Social Media Takeover -How to maximize airdrop impact -How to build an infrastructure for mass adoption -The X-Factors of market cycles -Why linking physical products to digital NFTs is a smart move -Plans to acquire and build a Layer 2 Solution -The truth behind meme coins -Luca's message to the Pudgy Penguins community And much more! ------------------------------------------------------------------------- SPONSORS