Best Curio Network Podcasts (2025)

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

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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

4h 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

3h 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

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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

4h 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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Bandor x Luxury Jewelry, Tesla’s Next Moves & Today’s Market Reality 2:13:29

2h 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

4h 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

11d 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

10h 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

8h 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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ICO Season Resurfaces + A MegaETH Refund Sparks Debate 2:23:46

8d 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

2h 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

18d 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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MegaETH’s Fair Launch, Claynosaurz Execution & the Supermoon Signal 2:21:23

21h 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

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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

3d 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

6d 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

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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

27d 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…

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Crypto Markets Stall Out + Why NFT PFPs Still Miss the Mark 1:56:28

27d ago1:56:28

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Cap and Steve opened the week dissecting a sluggish October market, pointing to liquidations and fading liquidity while eyeing catalysts like Monad and MegaETH that could reignite momentum. A quick Solana ETF reference framed the shift into an extended discussion on NFTs, exploring why PFP incentives often misalign with Crypto Twitter culture, how …

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ApeFest 2025 Recap: Amazon Deal, Machi Animated Series, Community Wins and More 1:57:26

29d ago1:57:26

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Cap and Steve recapped ApeFest Vegas in full, diving into Yuga’s most polished event yet and what it revealed about the future of the BAYC ecosystem. They covered the major announcements including Yuga’s new partnership with Amazon and the animated series being developed alongside Machi, while also sharing firsthand stories from AREA15 and Othersid…

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ApeFest Vegas Check-In + Why Crypto’s Growing Beyond CT 2:05:00

27d ago2:05:00

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Steve hosted with Joey as special cohost for a Friday show that blended culture, markets, and perspective. They kicked off with ApeFest Vegas talk, touching on the city’s rising prices, what actually makes Vegas fun, and how events can balance community and cost. The conversation then turned to the massive size gap between U.S. stock ETFs and crypt…

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MegaETH Token Sale Preview + Claynosaurz Launches HEEBOO 2:27:26

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Cap kicked off the show with Bread, diving into MegaETH’s upcoming token sale, its pre-market valuation near $5B FDV, and how allocations reward genuine ecosystem participation. The pair explored how MegaETH is cultivating a builder-driven ecosystem, citing examples like Showdown, Noise, and the Fluffle collectible drop before Bread signed off. The…

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ApeFest Vegas Preview with Baron Von Hustle + MegaETH Auction News 2:23:53

1M ago2:23:53

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Cap opened the show with thoughts on how prediction markets are quickly outpacing traditional sportsbooks, giving traders faster and more transparent pricing. The crew then dove into ApeFest merch, community excitement, and the ongoing speculation around a BAYC “Miami clubhouse.” Later, Baron Von Hustle joined for a full ApeFest Vegas preview, shar…

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Coinbase Buys Echo for $375M + BAYC Miami Clubhouse? 58:27

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Cap held down a solo short show while Steve traveled, kicking things off with a quick market rundown before diving into the day’s top headlines. He hit on Coinbase’s $375M acquisition of Echo, the sharp drop in OpenSea Farm activity, and the growing anticipation around ApeFest. The back half of the show centered on Bored Ape Yacht Club’s new Miami …

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The AWS Dependency Problem + OpenSea’s Tokenomics Revealed 1:53:14

1M ago1:53:14

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Cap and Steve opened with OpenSea’s newly revealed tokenomics, questioning whether sending half the supply back to the community will create lasting engagement or short-term dumping. The conversation then shifted to AWS outages and MetaMask downtime, which exposed how much Web3 still depends on centralized infrastructure. Bleu and Fitzy argued for …

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US–China Tensions + Why OpenSea Rewards Missed Expectations 2:37:20

1M ago2:37:20

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Markets opened the week under pressure as renewed U.S.–China trade friction and global risk-off sentiment dragged prices lower. Political uncertainty and tightening liquidity have shaken investor confidence, leaving traders on edge. Conversation then turned to OpenSea’s new loyalty program, which sparked debate over whether it truly rewards long-te…

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OpenSea’s Loyalty Experiment, NFT Collector Behavior & Abstract’s Communication Problem 2:24:46

1M ago2:24:46

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Cap and Steve broke down OpenSea’s new rewards program, praising its focus on long-term loyalty while calling out how unclear messaging created confusion across the NFT space. They explored what the rollout says about the maturity of collectors and how marketplaces can rebuild trust after years of points-driven incentives. Later in the show, they d…

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Monad’s Airdrop Divide and the Dark Reality of Binance Token Listings 2:02:14

1M ago2:02:14

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Monad dominated the first hour with a deep look at claim mechanics, allocation optics, and the fairness debate between VC and community shares. The crew unpacked eligibility criteria and anti-Sybil tradeoffs, asking where the line sits between real users and pure farmers, and why some legitimate wallets still feel overlooked. A mid-show segment bro…

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Surviving the Market Chop + Inside Good Vibes Club’s $VIBESTR Token 2:15:54

1M ago2:15:54

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Cap and Steve opened with a quick note that the Monad airdrop claim begins today, reminding everyone to double-check official links and stay alert for scams. The conversation quickly shifted to market discipline, focusing on how planning ahead, taking profits, and maintaining conviction can help traders navigate volatility. Later, Ty and Chris Guyo…

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Binance Flash Crash + The End of NFT Hype Culture 1:53:27

1M ago1:53:27

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Friday’s $20B crypto crash set the tone for the day as Cap and Steve unpacked theories of a coordinated attack centered on Binance. They explored how exchange transparency can turn into a market vulnerability and why hype-driven NFT announcements are losing their impact. The conversation later shifted to Spencer’s clash with Good Vibes Club, using …

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Vibestr Token Starts Out Strong + Why Every NFT Brand Wants Its Own Coin 2:12:49

2M ago2:12:49

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Cap and Steve break down the early success of Vibestr, the latest NFT-linked token to gain traction thanks to its revamped on-chain mechanics and buy-and-burn loop. The discussion expands into the growing wave of brand coins such as DOOD, REKT, and the upcoming BIRB, exploring whether these project-backed tokens will bring genuine utility or just s…

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VeeFriends Wallet Bridges Web2 Users + The Blueprint for Brand Building in Web3 2:19:08

29d ago2:19:08

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The episode opens with a look at brand building in Web3, highlighting how teams can communicate clearly, maintain trust, and build sustainable value beyond floor prices. The crew discusses royalties, community engagement, and how strong storytelling can separate lasting brands from short-term projects. Around the halfway point, VeeFriends President…

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Crypto Credit Card Rewards + The Problem With MetaMask’s Rewards Rollout 2:18:09

1M ago2:18:09

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The episode opens with a breakdown of crypto credit cards, exploring how reward systems like Gemini and Coinbase One are evolving and what users should consider before relying on them for everyday spending. Discussion then shifts to TokenWorks’ expanding NFTStrategy ecosystem and how upcoming launches could reshape NFT market behavior through perpe…

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NFT Ownership Isn’t What You Think + Serpin’s Vision for On-Chain Reputation 1:50:09

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Solana ETFs on the Horizon + Rethinking How Web3 Rewards Work 1:27:51

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OpenSea Chooses Farmers Over Collectors + Why Steve’s Done With Doodles 2:27:11

2M ago2:27:11

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Cap admitted he briefly considered selling all his NFTs. He said he has no conviction in price action right now, which set off a wider conversation about market fatigue, fragmented liquidity, and the harm caused by incentivized bidding models. The hosts criticized OpenSea for essentially copying Blur’s farming system “packaged a little prettier,” c…

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Coffee with Captain’s 1000th Episode Celebration & Community Giveaways 2:30:58

2M ago2:30:58

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Cap and Steve celebrate Coffee with Captain’s 1000th episode with a special community show filled with gratitude, reflection, and live giveaways. The hosts looked back on the journey to 1,000 mornings of conversation while thanking the listeners and community who made it possible. To mark the milestone, partners including Death.fun, ENS, OpenPage, …

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Boring Market Cycle, Abstract's Creator Problem & OpenSea Lootbox Value Unclear 2:17:22

1M ago2:17:22

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Markets saw a small bounce, with Cap and Steve stressing the importance of staying balanced so you don’t overinvest and trade emotionally. They noted this cycle feels more boring than 2021, as liquidity pools, perp DEXes, and yield farming dominate in ways that mostly benefit whales over broad NFT excitement. Abstract faced more criticism for faili…

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Market Sentiment Heading into Uptober + NFT Events, Clubs & Community Activations 1:54:43

2M ago1:54:43

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As Q4 begins, the crew debates whether Uptober’s reputation for strong markets is already preprogrammed or if sideways action will linger, pointing to September’s dip against a 70% rally over the past 90 days. The conversation shifts toward NFTs, where events, farming campaigns, and club-style memberships are fueling engagement more than floor pric…

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Death.fun Partnership, Hypurr NFTs & Espresso’s Multichain Vision 2:02:32

2M ago2:02:32

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Steve kicks off the week by announcing Coffee with Captain’s new partnership with Death.fun, before diving into the weekend surge around Hypurr NFTs and the Hyperliquid leaderboard reset that hints at a new season and another airdrop. Jill from Espresso joins to explain how her team is building the base layer for rollups to enable secure finality, …

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Aster vs Hyperliquid Momentum + Rekt Drinks Expands Into Functional Beverages 2:14:38

2M ago2:14:38

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Aster’s marketing push has it surging in mindshare, yet Hyperliquid remains the volume leader, setting up a debate on perception versus performance in the perps market. The hosts revisit Abstract Chain sentiment, noting frustrations with its marketing cadence and community approach, before turning to InfoFi leaderboards and how points farming has e…

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Luca Netz Faces Abstract Chain Doubts + How RAID Plans to Push $APE Everywhere 1:21:11

2M ago1:21:11

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Steve holds down the show solo, opening with red markets and mixed NFT sentiment before digging into heated discourse around Luca Netz and Abstract. He praises Luca’s track record with Pudgy Penguins but questions the timing of unverified Warner Brothers rumors. Steve critiques Abstract’s ineffective marketing and questions whether the project can …

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Beezie Partners with OpenSea + Aster Perps Volume Surge 2:04:45

2M ago2:04:45

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Beezie’s new partnership with OpenSea brings claw machine pulls into the marketplace’s rewards program with voucher NFTs redeemable for Pokémon slabs, Labubus, sealed grails, and more. The conversation also highlights Rekt Drinks as a scrappy onchain growth story and Aster’s surge in perpetual trading volume as attention shifts toward its DeFi ecos…

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Crypto ETF Tailwinds + Why Tokenized Collectibles Are Winning 2:06:03

2M ago2:06:03

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Steve is joined by Big Nill for a wide-ranging conversation on where crypto adoption is heading. They point to ETFs and eventual retirement allocations as long-term structural drivers while unpacking the surge of points, XP, and airdrops that define the current speculation cycle. The discussion explores the future of collectibles, with stories from…

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Crypto Market Pullbacks, InfoFi Leaderboards & Farming for the Next Airdrops 1:19:02

2M ago1:19:02

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With Cap on vacation, Steve is joined by Grateful Ape for a wide-ranging episode that tracks sharp pullbacks across crypto markets, weekend community events in Otherside and the steady traction of InfoFi leaderboards. The conversation explores token farming strategies across Hyperliquid, Katana, Turtle and Meteora, with insights on how seasoned far…

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Airdrop Season Incoming, Moon Crush by Rekt Drinks & Roc Sol Certified Mint 2:15:28

2M ago2:15:28

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The conversation centers on the arrival of airdrop season as MetaMask confirms its token and speculation grows around Abstract, OpenSea, Base, and even a potential Yuga drop at ApeFest. Cap and Steve highlight how billions in liquidity could cycle through Q4 and Q1, sparking debate over whether NFTs will benefit or be overshadowed. Listeners also w…

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TokenWorks NFTStrategy + Pudgy Penguins $PENGU on Wall Street 2:13:06

2M ago2:13:06

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The conversation dives into TokenWorks’ NFTStrategy, a perpetual token model where NFT collections can launch their own strategy token that accumulates floor NFTs, relists them at a markup, and burns supply in a continuous loop. The hosts also highlight Pudgy Penguins breaking into traditional finance visibility with $PENGU featured in Bullish’s Q2…

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Abstract XP Fatigue + Awaken Tax Solves Crypto Headaches 1:57:17

2M ago1:57:17

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Cap and Steve weigh the Fed’s upcoming rate decision with Polymarket odds before turning to mounting fatigue around Abstract XP and how Pump.fun’s multimillion-dollar streamer payouts are pulling energy away from Abstract’s stalled push. The conversation highlights Proof of Play’s arcade traction with over a million credits sold and questions wheth…

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OpenSea’s Loot Box Gamble + Coinbase Base Token Incoming? 2:05:29

2M ago2:05:29

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The episode opens with a heated debate over OpenSea’s new rewards system, with Cap calling the chest mechanics negative-EV loot boxes while Steve defends the gamified design and argues it should be judged once boxes open at Day 30. The hosts stress the near-impossible balance of rewarding both historic and current users. They then turn to speculati…