Best Cryptopunks Podcasts (2025)

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MoMA Acquires CryptoPunks + Royalties and Collector Reality 1:12:37

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With the show running audio-only, the room settled into an open-mic flow and bounced between headlines, culture and what matters next. The anchor was MoMA adding CryptoPunks and Chromie Squiggles, sparking a debate on how museums acquire work, what “validation” actually means, and why events like NFT NYC still miss the mark. From there the convo mo…

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Minnesota Daycare Fraud + Why the Economy Feels Like a Casino 2:09:19

12h ago2:09:19

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A viral bank rumor and a sudden silver futures spike set the tone for how fast narratives can whip around. The conversation moves into the Minnesota Somali daycare fraud story as a case study in incentives, weak oversight and how schemes scale. From there it zooms out to why the “American dream” feels harder to reach and why more people behave like…

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Gratitude, Markets & Products: A Christmas Morning Check-In 1:21:25

9h ago1:21:25

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A Christmas morning audio-only check-in where gratitude, markets and product talk are all combined into a chill episode. The crew shares what they’re thankful for, threads in a light read on what’s happening in crypto and reflecting on the past. Along the way, they also touch on upcoming plans and what they want to improve with the show heading int…

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Crypto Isn’t Cool Anymore + QuirKids & Quirkies Update 2:44:24

19h ago2:44:24

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Holiday energy set the tone as the crew opened with Festivus-style crypto grievances and a quick temperature check from chat. From there, the conversation zoomed out into why “crypto isn’t cool anymore” is a real retention problem when attention turns over faster than ever. They workshopped an Abstract angle where XP could become a gate or multipli…

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Aave Labs vs Aave DAO + Who Owns DeFi Protocols 2:26:29

1d ago2:26:29

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Aave’s governance civil war turned into a simple question: who actually owns the protocol, the code, the front end, or the brand. The crew broke down how the conflict escalated into proposals to move trademarks, domains, and social accounts to the DAO, then a Snapshot vote about explicit control over key brand assets. From there, they widened the l…

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Bitcoin Needs Vol, BTC vs Gold, Retail Trading Edge, 2026 Predictions | Jeff Park 46:54

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Gm! This week, we discuss why Bitcoin needs more volatility, BTC competing with gold, finding edge as a retail trader, and Jeff’s 2026 predictions. Enjoy! – Go follow the new 1000x feed to keep up to date with all new episodes! Spotify: https://bit.ly/4676Sob Apple: https://bit.ly/4etlBMd – Follow Jeff: https://x.com/dgt10011 Follow Avi: https://x.…

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Polymarket’s L2 Bet + Infinex Crates for Discounted Token Access 2:00:16

3d ago2:00:16

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Polymarket teasing its own L2 sparked a bigger debate about app-owned chains, bridge friction, and whether token-first economics just recreate nonstop sell pressure. The crew tied that into the tape by framing market open moves through year-end positioning and tax-loss tactics that let traders reset risk without abandoning a thesis. From there, Inf…

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Binance Outage Fallout, Market Maker Breakdown & Digital Collectibles Pulse 2:25:36

6d ago2:25:36

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Exchange plumbing and market-maker behavior set the tone, starting with how a Binance API outage left market makers sidelined and amplified liquidations. The conversation then moved to stablecoin rails and why USDC can briefly depeg in liquidity pools even when Circle’s backing is redeemable. From there, they zoomed out to how CEX flows and the pus…

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Coinbase PERPs vs Hyperliquid, Stablecoin Rails & Claynosaurz + HEEBOO 2:27:56

7d ago2:27:56

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Hyperliquid stayed at the center of the conversation as the crew unpacked $HYPE sell pressure, the Assistance Fund, and why the burn narrative matters for how people are valuing the product today. That rolled straight into the bigger distribution question: Coinbase pushing deeper into PERPs and what that means for the “everything app” race versus c…

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Year-End Tax Selling, Hyperliquid $HYPE Burn Vote & CryptoPunks Loan Risk 2:12:14

8d ago2:12:14

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A choppy market set the tone as Cap unpacked sharp intraday moves in $ETH and the broader “whale war games” feel behind sudden wick-downs and snap-backs. The conversation zoomed out into year-end mechanics like tax loss harvesting, how crypto differs from equities around wash sale rules, and why ETF-era flows have changed the market’s texture. On t…

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Brand Storytelling Moat, Premium Web3 Merch & OpenSea Rewards Backlash 2:27:31

9d ago2:27:31

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The conversation centered on why storytelling is still the biggest moat for crypto brands and how creators can build a repeatable narrative engine through better writing, reading, and systems. Outer Lumen joined as a cohost as the crew mapped the gap between “attention” and “trust,” and what it takes to communicate clearly in a noisy market. They d…

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When Do We Buy, Global M2, Does Crypto Need A Catalyst, & Owning Your L’s 56:20

10d ago56:20

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Gm! This week, we discuss when to finally step in and buy crypto with size, Bitcoin's dislocation from global M2, precious metals, whether crypto needs a catalyst, owning L's as a trader, and more. Enjoy! – Go follow the new 1000x feed to keep up to date with all new episodes! Spotify: https://bit.ly/4676Sob Apple: https://bit.ly/4etlBMd – Follow A…

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Digital Collectibles Adoption Poll + Perks, Access and Utility 2:15:51

10d ago2:15:51

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Bitcoin and NFT markets set a quick backdrop as the crew checked floors and recent brand moments like Pudgy Penguins’ Sphere spotlight. The core of the episode focused on a poll about what will bring the next five million people into digital collectibles, with a clear takeaway that “cheaper floor price” is not the unlock. Instead, they argued adopt…

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NFTs After the Hype: Collectibles, Airdrops & Access 2:34:46

13d ago2:34:46

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Loki joins Coffee with Captain as a Friday co host to trace NFTs from the wild 2021 mint days to the more grounded collector market of 2025. Together they challenge the "NFTs are dying" narrative, comparing projects like Doodles and the way digital art now shows up at Art Basel Miami to longer term collectibles such as Pokémon cards and Jordan rook…

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Neuko’s Onchain OS, G*Boy Badges and Building in a Red Market 2:17:46

14d ago2:17:46

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Markets opened red across majors, setting up a broader conversation about rotation and which teams are still building meaningfully in a difficult environment. That context framed the main guest segment where Austin from Neuko joined live from Solana Breakpoint to explain how Neuko’s infrastructure layer and G*Boy’s character-driven brand work toget…

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REKT's Institutional Play, Neuko G*Boy & Doopies Mint Fallout 2:04:56

15d ago2:04:56

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Doopies mint day on Solana anchored the show as Cap and the crew asked who besides existing Doodles holders would actually show up to mint. They broke down how OGs and Dooplicators are treated, how the allowlist and supply might work, and the hinted role of the DOOD token, but kept returning to how unclear the overall plan still feels. A big chunk …

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Doopies Mint Tests Doodles' Direction And Burnt Toast's Vision 2:56:00

16d ago2:56:00

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Doopies mint day on Solana anchored the show as Cap and the crew asked who besides existing Doodles holders would actually show up to mint. They broke down how OGs and Dooplicators are treated, how the allowlist and supply might work, and the hinted role of the DOOD token, but kept returning to how unclear the overall plan still feels. A big chunk …

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Are We Still in a Bull Market? 1:23:49

17d ago1:23:49

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Gm! This week, we cover end-of-year tax moves, revisit Jonah’s CryptoPunk trade, and share our views on equities and commodities. We also dive into the stupidly bullish AI scenario, the horseshoe theory of politics, the crypto valuation & commodity debate, and much more. Enjoy! – Go follow the new 1000x feed to keep up to date with all new episodes…

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Beeple’s Robot Dog at Art Basel & Bitcoin’s 2026 Bull Case 2:18:00

17d ago2:18:00

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Art Basel turned into a live case study for digital art’s coming-of-age as Cap recapped Beeple’s Regular Animals installation, the Zero One Ten hall, and Jack Butcher’s physical–digital receipts that stopped crowds in their tracks. The crew zoomed out on what on-chain art actually solves, from provenance and certificates of authenticity to how high…

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Art Basel 2025: Digital Art Goes Mainstream with Beeple, XCopy & Jack Butcher 1:39:42

20d ago1:39:42

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Cap’s live-from-Miami breakdown centered on Art Basel’s turning point for digital art, with Beeple’s surreal installations, XCopy’s Bubbles drop, and Jack Butcher’s interactive mint illustrating how onchain work finally felt integrated into the broader art world. The crew dug into why this year’s Basel attracted real attention beyond crypto circles…

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Flow Blockchain with Roham, Xcopy’s Bubbles Mint & Art Basel’s Digital Art Moment 2:13:12

21d ago2:13:12

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Bitcoin’s “we are so back” moment framed the show as Cap revisited his bottom call and why this still looks like a mid-cycle structure. The crew walked through Art Basel’s digital art presence, from Beeple’s museum style displays to NFTs earning a more serious cultural lane. They broke down Jack Butcher’s Basel receipts and Xcopy’s Bubbles mint, fo…

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Flow Blockchain’s Ecosystem Shift + Bitcoin’s Renewed Bull Case 1:45:24

26d ago1:45:24

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Bitcoin served as a quick market check before the conversation shifted into a deep examination of the Invest America program and the OneDell contribution, raising questions about stimulus design, middle-class pressure and long-term wealth outcomes. Flow’s ecosystem pivot and tomorrow’s interview with Roham emerged as the key forward-looking storyli…

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Bitcoin Reclaims $90k: Have We Bottomed? 1:11:08

23d ago1:11:08

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This week, we discuss what's next for markets as crypto tries to form a bottom. We deep dive into Trump's Fed chair appointment, is it time to squeeze the bears, ASTER vs Hyperliquid, how to be long AI, the 1000x terminal and more. Enjoy! – Go follow the new 1000x feed to keep up to date with all new episodes! Spotify: https://bit.ly/4676Sob Apple:…

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Bitcoin Macro Signals, ApeChain at Basel & A New Chapter for Steve 2:14:42

23d ago2:14:42

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Cap revisits his Bitcoin thesis, tying ETF flows, state-level interest and DC policy chatter to a long-term macro view. The crew digs into how the Ape ecosystem and Otherside show up at Art Basel and what real progress for digital art would actually look like. Cap shares that Steve is leaving Coffee with Captain to take a marketing leadership role …

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Chimpers’ ApeChain Card Launch, Monad’s Incentive Problem & Today’s Market Slide 2:02:33

24d ago2:02:33

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The crew opened with a detailed breakdown of Monad’s TGE, its idle float problem and how MegaETH’s prepared ecosystem offers a sharper path to real yield. Market drawdowns, high-FDV unlock pressure and the fatigue around points farming shaped the broader conversation about user incentives. They dug into liquidity, smarter LP models and why better i…

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Monad’s Market Math, MegaEth’s Daily Revenue Climb & Chimpers’ Card Launch 2:18:55

29d ago2:18:55

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Monad dominated the conversation as the crew broke down TGE float dynamics, early pricing, and how real yield strategies compare to simple spot positioning. They explored Steakhouse Financial vaults, onchain loops and why so much Monad remains idle instead of earning. Chimpers’ new ApeChain × Otherside trading cards sparked a broader discussion on …

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Making Money on Monad & MegaEth + Chimpers’ Retail Growth Plan 2:06:34

30d ago2:06:34

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The conversation centered on early-cycle opportunities across Monad and MegaEth, with Cap outlining how pre-deposits, stable farms and presale positioning shape realistic paths to profit without overexposure. Joey, Strategy and Business Operations at Chimpers, joined to break down how the team thinks about distribution, brand equity and why their r…

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Market Meltdown, Crypto vs Equities, & Is This Bounce A Buy? 1:10:15

1M ago1:10:15

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Gm! This week, we talk about crypto's market meltdown, why bearish sentiment overshot, and why value levels, OG seller exhaustion, and stronger macro backdrops may set up a bullish reversal. We also dive into how AI, equities, and app-layer innovation will shape the next phase of crypto. Enjoy! – Go follow the new 1000x feed to keep up to date with…

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Monad TGE Breakdown: Token Allocations, dApps & Positioning to Profit 2:49:36

1M ago2:49:36

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Monad’s mainnet and TGE dominated today’s conversation, with Cap breaking down what users should expect from launch day, eligibility, and early gas mechanics. The crew compared Monad’s promised throughput to real-time performance and discussed how its portal, dApps, and UI stack up to Abstract and other emerging ecosystems. They explored how to pos…

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Crypto Turns Red Again, MegaETH’s MUSD Surge & What Fear Is Signaling Now 2:20:07

1M ago2:20:07

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Cap opens the show by breaking down the market pullback and highlighting how quickly sentiment swings when everything turns red. Adam (KeepFischin) and Oxxy jump in early to dissect Blast’s distorted farming incentives and explain how those dynamics shaped behavior during its TGE. Their discussion shifts into why MegaETH’s environment is structural…

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Pudgy Penguins in DC, Tesla AI Talk & Jessie’s Base Creator Coin 2:03:13

1M ago2:03:13

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Cap spends a later part of the episode unpacking the Pudgy takeover on Capitol Hill and why the lawmakers involved signal something more coordinated than a meme. The crew explains how lobbying actually works and uses his right to repair experience to show how slow and deliberate policy shifts can shape digital asset regulation. Cap also gets into A…

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Stablecoin Yield Secrets, Market Reset Signals & MegaEth Ecosystem Talk 2:04:14

1M ago2:04:14

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Cap revisits the 2021 Bitcoin cycle to explain how market timing shaped NFT behavior and why people often misremember when the last bull actually peaked. A stressful home inspection becomes a lesson in sunk costs and staying disciplined even after committing money. The show shifts into how difficult it can be to explain crypto in 2025 as new assump…

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REKT Liquidation Crash, Cloudflare Outage Chaos & Cap’s Market Watchlist 1:59:14

1M ago1:59:14

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Nearly an hour of cold open chaos sets the tone as Cloudflare outages take X offline and force the show into full improvisation on YouTube and Abstract. Cap breaks down an Instagram hair filter mishap that sparks a new Taxi Cap Confessions bit and sets up future middle aged men hair care segments with Joey. Once the markets come into focus, the cre…

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Bitcoin Breaks $95k, Crypto’s Valuation Problem, & The Path To Real On-Chain Users 1:08:12

1M ago1:08:12

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Gm! This week, we're joined by founder of Inversion Capital Santiago Roel Santos to discuss Bitcoin breaking $95k, why crypto valuations are struggling, how AI and traditional markets offer better value and clearer cash-flow stories, and why the next era of winners will be real applications, not infrastructure. Enjoy! – Go follow the new 1000x feed…

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Bandor x Luxury Jewelry, Tesla’s Next Moves & Today’s Market Reality 2:13:29

1M ago2:13:29

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Cap opens with a light market check before diving into Tesla’s evolving FSD landscape and what continued innovation could mean for everyday drivers. Bandor and Ace Cross join the show to share how their luxury jewelry brand and upcoming animated series blend Web3 culture with high-end craftsmanship. The conversation highlights their approach to Ape…

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Bitcoin Shakeout Signals, LiveFrame’s AI Creator Tools & Otherside Weekend Events 2:03:40

1M ago2:03:40

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Cap opened the Friday show with a check-in on a bloody market, digging into liquidations, fear and greed, and what real capitulation looks like. The conversation shifted to Otherside as James joined to share updates on the Nexus, weekend events, and why the team is leaning deeper into live programming. Jonah then jumped on to demo LiveFrame and bre…

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Otherside Nexus Launch Breakdown: First Reactions and Early Gameplay 2:13:46

1M ago2:13:46

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Otherside Nexus launch day became a full walkthrough of why the new cinematic intro, early gameplay, and social feel landed so strongly with the community. Players who jumped in shared reactions to the swamp, Metropolis, Bathroom Blitz, and the Shop that let them buy ApeChain NFTs directly inside the world. The group compared Roblox style creator l…

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Meebits x Curio AI Plush Reveal + Otherside’s Nexus Buzz 1:57:39

1M ago1:57:39

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Cap opened Tuesday’s show with a quick market check before shifting into a community-led discussion on how recent mints are communicating value. Speakers compared Wallchain, Quackheads, and House of Pranksy, highlighting why clarity builds trust when buyers want to know exactly what they’re getting. The group then examined Moonbirds’ new merch drop…

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Wallchain Mint Price Debate, Moonbirds Merch Miss & Chimpers Q&A 2:28:11

1M ago2:28:11

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The show opened with the Wallchain mint price, as the community unpacked why it drew so much attention and whether expensive mints still signal genuine conviction. Listeners compared it to earlier examples like Kaito and debated how perceived value and visibility shape participation. Discussion then moved to Moonbirds’ new merch drop, using it as a…

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AI Nerves, Crypto Realism, Privacy Coins, & Lessons From Trading 1:03:58

1M ago1:03:58

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Gm! This week, we talk about Bitcoin's 100k defense, potential “tariff stimmy,” AI mania, K-shaped crypto recovery, and biggest lessons from trading. Enjoy! – Go follow the new 1000x feed to keep up to date with all new episodes! Spotify: https://bit.ly/4676Sob Apple: https://bit.ly/4etlBMd – Follow Avi: https://x.com/AviFelman Follow Jonah: https:…

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ICO Season Resurfaces + A MegaETH Refund Sparks Debate 2:23:46

2M ago2:23:46

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Cap opened Monday’s show by recapping the weekend’s blow-up around “ICO Beast” and how quickly narratives can take off in crypto. What started as a critique of airdrop farmers turned into a deeper look at MegaETH’s reward system, builder alignment, and the meaning of voluntary conviction. The group debated whether token locks strengthen belief or j…

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MegaETH Debate + Web3’s Habit of Overbuilding 1:57:00

2M ago1:57:00

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Cap opened Thursday’s show with a brief update on Coffee with Captain’s upcoming Zora rollout, clarifying that its creator coin is only a platform feature and carries no financial value. The main conversation centered on MegaETH as both a model and a debate point, highlighting why many see it as one of the most credible on-chain experiments while a…

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Simplifying Crypto Payments, Smarter Game Design & Sustainable Tokens 1:59:15

2M ago1:59:15

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The crew explored how crypto reaches real users through practical payment systems and better wallet design. They broke down how simple, trusted purchase flows could do more for adoption than any hype cycle. The conversation moved into what actually belongs on-chain in gaming, why full decentralization is not always the answer, and how ownership fit…

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Massive Selloff, Mamdani Wins, & Jonah Ditches His CryptoPunk 1:05:37

2M ago1:05:37

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Gm! This week we're joined by Max Bronstein to talk about the massive selloff, DAT concerns, long-term value in crypto, Jonah jeeting out of his crypto punk, Mamdani winning the NYC mayoral race & more. Enjoy! – Go follow the new 1000x feed to keep up to date with all new episodes! Spotify: https://bit.ly/4676Sob Apple: https://bit.ly/4etlBMd – Fol…

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MegaETH’s Fair Launch, Claynosaurz Execution & the Supermoon Signal 2:21:23

2M ago2:21:23

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Cap hosted a solo show with strong community participation, starting with a check on market sentiment and how traders are navigating navigating fear in the current cycle. Early discussion focused on Moonbirds’ move into streetwear and celebrity partnerships, leading into a broader debate about how NFT brands grow and what truly benefits holders. Br…

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Internet Capital Markets, RWAs & the Next Crypto Meta 2:00:34

2M ago2:00:34

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Cap hosted with special guest cohost Jack, breaking down the tension between market conviction and caution as traders wait for a clear narrative shift. They explored how internet capital markets, RWAs, and real-world infrastructure are redefining where value forms onchain, connecting themes like real estate tokenization and institutional ownership.…

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Real Estate Reality, Market Conviction & the Shift to New Chains 2:09:32

2M ago2:09:32

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Cap hosted with special guest cohost Proof of Alpha Dgen and a handful of regular callers. The show opened with a grounded talk on real estate, covering rising mortgage rates, creative financing, and how macro pressure shapes personal decisions. From there, the group shifted into market discussion, comparing recent chop to past bear stretches and r…

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Amazon x Yuga: Can Otherside Bring Web3 Gaming Mainstream? 1:38:50

2M ago1:38:50

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Cap hosted a solo Friday show centered on Amazon working with Yuga Labs around Otherside. He dug into why Amazon-scale distribution could matter more than headlines, including how cloud access and easy setups might onboard players who don’t own high-end rigs. The chat explored what this means for onchain gaming, ownership, and the balance between b…

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What Is NEUKO AI + How MegaETH Rewards Real Contributors 1:50:09

2M ago1:50:09

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Cap opened the show solo with market updates, noting a dip in $SOL, chatter around ETF filings, and speculation about a potential Hyperliquid ETF. He broke down MegaETH’s post-TGE Season 1 model, highlighting how its reward structure prioritizes authentic community participation through cultural artifacts and verifiable contribution scoring. The di…

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Western Union on Solana, MetaMask Season 1 & Web3 Loyalty Loops 1:57:39

2M ago1:57:39

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Cap hosted a lively community-driven show that dug into what it really takes to attract and keep builders in Web3, using MegaETH’s pre-launch strategy and Monad’s claim rollout as contrasting examples. The discussion expanded into the broader question of loyalty versus rewards, with MetaMask’s Season 1 serving as a test case for whether points prog…