Best Pixel LLC Podcasts (2025)

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Ep.81 Why Tokenization Will Lift Physical AND Digital Collectibles In 2026 29:20

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Miguel Kudry, CEO of L1 Advisors, explains why the disconnect between retail sentiment and institutional adoption is accelerating tokenization faster than anyone expects. While gaming companies shut down and crypto Twitter panics, the DTCC has just received SEC approval to tokenize $100 trillion in assets, creating unprecedented access to collectib…

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Netflix/Warner Bros. Deal Shakes Hollywood! Franchise Sequels & Theatrical Release Wars 1:02:32

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Dive into a massive Geek News Smorgasboard with Altered Geek host Steve Phillips! We break down the biggest pop culture headlines of the week, including the historic news of the Original Power Rangers (Super Sentai) officially ending after 50 years. Get the scoop on the surprising Gremlins 3 announcement, the cosmic teaser for the new Supergirl DCU…

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Ep.80 Building the Multi-Sport King Through NIL, Niche Sports, and Celebrity Autographs 26:05

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CJ Breen, Director of Marketing and Licensing at Leaf Trading Cards, reveals how the company transformed from a dormant brand into the multi-sport and celebrity king of the hobby. From pioneering pickleball trading cards that generated $1M in year one (including a $45K one-of-one sale) to securing autographs from Kim Kardashian, The Rock, and Margo…

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iHeartMedia's Human Guarantee, Black Friday Meh, Batman Batcave, and YouTube Collabs Frustrations 1:01:18

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Join host Steve Megatron Phillips and guest TFG1Mike on a brand new adventure into Geekdom! This week, we dive into the biggest stories and topics, including a breakdown of iHeartMedia's new "Guaranteed Human" branding and what it means for audio marketing. We also discuss why the Black Friday shopping weekend felt underwhelming, check out the incr…

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Ep.79 100 Million GIF Views & Building Dog Shelters: The Doge Pound Story 28:54

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John Lemon, CEO of The Doge Pound, shares the wild journey of building one of crypto's most recognizable dog brands. From Yu-Gi-Oh! card trading in elementary school to generating 100 million+ GIF views and literally building a dog shelter from scratch in Tanzania. John and host Steven Schill discuss the evolution of Web3 brands, the power of mass-…

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Ep.78 The Future of Collecting: Matt Bartlett on Tokenization, Syncd, and What’s Coming Next 27:13

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Matt Bartlett, Head of Web3 at VanEck and the mind behind SegMint Collectibles, returns to break down how tokenized collecting is shifting faster than anyone expected. From building real infrastructure for brands to the upcoming launch of Syncd (a social collector app described as “Robinhood meets Tinder for collectibles). Matt shares why he believ…

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Ep.77 Building a Sci-Fi Gaming Universe Across Chains - TCGs, AI, and Esports in Web3 25:42

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Kohji, Co-Founder and Head of Game Development at Parallel, joins the show to break down how his team built one of Web3’s most ambitious gaming ecosystems. Blending a digital-first trading card game, an AI agent called Wayfinder, and multiple cross-chain game worlds into a single sci-fi franchise. We recap Parallel’s journey from pandemic Zoom brai…

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Streaming Wars, Old Movies, & Star Trek Legacy 1:20:51

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Dive into the latest geekdom with Steve Megatron Phillips! This week, we explore the surprising shift in streaming, where old movies are becoming major moneymakers for platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and Max. Discover why licensed library titles are generating two-thirds of movie revenue and how streamers are prioritizing classic film…

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Ep.76 Pixels, Plushies & Pop Culture: The Rise of Chimpers 26:48

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Insight, co-founder of Chimpers, joins the podcast to talk how they've become one of the most recognizable new brands. Insight shares how Chimpers grew from a Bored Ape derivative art series into a multimedia IP spanning digital collectibles, plushies, trading cards, and viral short-form content with over 3 million followers across TikTok, Instagra…

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Streamer Ads, Instagram Ratings, MTV's End, and YouTube Shorts! 52:25

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Join Steve Megatron Phillips on Altered Geek as he dives into the latest in Geekdom! This week, we're talking about California's stance on noisy streamer ads, Instagram's new PG-13 rating, the end of an era as MTV shuts down its music channels, and the new "Pause the Feed" feature on YouTube Shorts. Plus, we explore how old movies are becoming stre…

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Ep.75 Inside Vibes TCG: Balancing Quality, Community, and Chaos | Jeremy G 27:18

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Jeremy G from Orange Cap Games sits down to talk about what it’s actually like building one of the fastest-growing trading card games in the world, in real time. We get into why Vibes TCG is selling out print runs in weeks, how they’re landing partnerships with PSA/eBay/Barnes & Noble–tier players less than a year in, and what it takes to keep both…

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Ep.74 How Portals Outlasted $100M Crypto Startups with Just $5M | Adam Gomez 29:10

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Adam Gomez, co-founder of Portals, joins to break down how a lean team with ~$5M outlasted studios that raised $50–$100M—by focusing on revenue, sustainability, and player-first design. We get candid about crypto vs. Web2 VC incentives, why “just make a better AAA game” is an oversimplification, and how Portals’ browser-based, no-code creator tools…

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Ep.73 From Sneaker Hustle to Tokenized Empire | The Always Legit Story 30:04

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Jason and Howie Schwartz, the father-son duo behind Always Legit, join to share how a teenage sneaker hustle scaled into a data-driven collectibles business and a new tokenized trading model. From Marquette and UNC Jordan PEs to vault-custodied assets with titles onchain, we explore why younger investors chase passion and identity, how authenticati…

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Amazon's James Bond Debacle, Increased Gaming Costs & Podcasting Responsibly 1:03:46

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In this week's Altered Geek, join Steve Megatron Phillips and TFG1Mike as they dive into the latest geek news! They'll discuss Amazon MGM's controversial decision to remove guns from James Bond art, the rising costs and confusion in the video game market, Emily Blunt's reaction to AI actresses, and Disney+'s plans to integrate Hulu globally. Plus, …

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Ep.72 The Future of Digital Art | Jean-Michel Pailhon 34:55

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Jean-Michel Pailhon, founder of Grail Capital and former executive at Ledger and the New York Stock Exchange, returns to unpack how blockchain and AI are reshaping the art world. From digital galleries in Paris and London to the rise of the new TokenWorks platform that's all the rage. The conversation gives an overview how culture, liquidity, and i…

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Ep.71 The “Don’t Say Blockchain” Pitch That Wins 35:15

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Tzvi Wiesel, co-founder and CEO of Baxus, returns to dive deep into the evolving world of tokenization, collectibles, and culture. From Pokémon card euphoria and anime streaming pivots to in-person events, POAPs, and the risks of over-tokenizing everyday life, this episode explores how Web3 continues to collide with nostalgia, utility, and real-wor…

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Ep.70 Making Tokenization Make Sense 31:22

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Ben Elvidge, Head of Product at Uranium.io, joins to unpack how uranium is becoming one of the world’s first tokenized commodities. From his career in TradFi at Morgan Stanley to fintech and AI, Ben explains how he entered the crypto space and why tokenizing physical uranium can transform access, transparency, and efficiency in a $5B+ market. He sh…

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AI Podcasts, and Warner Bros. Worries 1:08:50

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Tune in to Altered Geek Episode 452 as hosts Steve Megatron Phillips and TFG1Mike dive deep into the world of AI podcasts, Hollywood's AI intellectual property concerns, and the long-awaited return of Tron! Discover why everyone wants Warner Bros. and what media consolidation means for creators and cinema's future. Get the geeky rundown on top stor…

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Ep.69 Compliance, Token Launches, and Why RWAs Are Built for Hypergrowth 30:24

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Travis John, founder of RWA Builders, joins to dive into the rapidly evolving world of real-world assets (RWAs). From compliance to token generating events (TGEs), Travis breaks down where tokenization is headed, how institutions are entering, and why collectibles like Pokémon cards are reshaping how people think about value. He shares insights on …

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Ep.68 Play Solana’s Vision: The Nintendo Switch of Crypto 24:37

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Jay, co-founder of Play Solana, joins to share how his team is building the first handheld gaming device powered by the Solana blockchain. From designing sleek hardware to partnering with major Web3 brands like Pudgy Penguins, Jay breaks down how Play Solana is merging nostalgia with cutting-edge crypto gaming. He unpacks the challenges of Web3 ado…

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Ep.67 Decentralizing Opportunity: Pons on Building The Plague, NFTs, and Real-World Impact 29:36

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Pons, founder of The Plague, joins to share how he’s turning NFTs into a force for decentralizing opportunity and real-world impact. From launching a frog-themed community to creating a coffee business working with the Government of El Salvador, Pons has pushed the boundaries of what’s possible with Web3. He unpacks why he gave equity to holders, t…

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Super Troopers 3, RDJ's Doom, HasCon Canceled, and Pixel 10 Flop! 1:48:45

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Dive into this week's Altered Geek as Steve Megatron Phillips and TFG1Mike tackle the biggest news in geekdom! Get the scoop on Super Troopers 3 starting production, the 17-year-old Iron Man clue predicting RDJ's return as Doctor Doom (which Steve has pinned as a prediction from July, 2024. Followed by the unexpected Home Improvement and Last Man S…

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Ep.66 Tokenizing Laundromats, ATMs & the Future of Real-World Assets 24:30

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Bill Lee, Co-Founder and CEO of DualMint, joins to share how his team is transforming “boring, everyday businesses” into tokenized investment opportunities. From laundromats and ATMs to EV chargers, DualMint is making real-world cash-flow assets accessible through blockchain. Bill unpacks Hong Kong’s crypto culture, how tokenization works in practi…

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From Pixels to Physical Media – A Geek Odyssey 1:27:05

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Join Steve Megatron Phillips and TFG1Mike as they navigate the latest in geek news, from the impending Google Pixel 10 and the "Green Screen of Jackets" to the full integration of Hulu into Disney+. They also discuss the return of TJ Hooker, the controversy around Instagram's live location feature, and the shift away from streaming towards physical…

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Ep.65 NFTs Today = Crypto in 2015 (Here’s Why) 33:56

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Jean-Michel Pailhon, Founder of Grail Capital, shares his journey from the New York Stock Exchange and Ledger to building one of the leading digital art funds. He breaks down why we’re living through a “new Renaissance,” how NFTs mirror crypto’s early adoption cycle, and what it takes to onboard a million new collectors into the digital art space. …

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Ep.64 Building the Future of Gaming, Metaverse & Digital Economies 43:10

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Adam Gomez, Co-Founder Portals, gives his perspective on the intersection of gaming, metaverse, and blockchain-powered economies. From Roblox-inspired creativity to sustainable crypto gaming models, Adam shares how Portals is building a no-code, in-browser game universe that empowers creators, integrates Web3 seamlessly, and creates digital ownersh…

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Ep.63 They All Said the Same Thing About Tokenization… 22:25

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In this special highlight episode of the RWA SegMints Podcast, host Steven Schill recaps some of the most powerful conversations on real-world asset tokenization, blockchain collectibles, and the future of onchain finance. Featuring industry voices like Matt Bartlett, Arthur Breitman, Federico Pomi, Mike Revy, Ray Buckton, and Miguel Kudry. This ep…

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SDCC 2025 Wrap-Up & Happy Gilmore 2 (Spoilers) 1:40:12

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Join Steve "Megatron" and TFG1Mike in this week's Altered Geek as they dive deep into the biggest news and reveals from San Diego Comic-Con 2025! From new Star Trek series and toy announcements to exciting genre mash-ups and the latest in Transformers, they cover it all. Plus, they discuss the highly anticipated and received Happy Gilmore 2 and cel…

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Ep.62 When 10,000 Rolexes Crash the Market… What Happens Onchain? 26:58

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Ray Buckton, Head of Research at RWA.World and longtime crypto enthusiast, joins the show to explore how tokenization, data infrastructure, and authenticity are bringing a focus to real-world assets. From uranium to Rolexes, Ray unpacks how off-chain data gets reliably brought onchain and why it’s critical for the future of finance, collectibles, a…

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The Slow Death of Late Night – Pop Culture Chat 1:22:02

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Join us as we dive into the slow death of late-night television, discuss the latest in TMNT comics, and reflect on recent passings in the entertainment world. Plus, a special 13th-anniversary segment featuring Mike Powers! Get Altered, Get Geeky, with the Altered Geeks!

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Ep.61 From Wall Street to Web3: Onchain Business Tools 29:03

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Mike Revy, CEO of Bulla Network and former Wall Street trader, joins the show to unpack how crypto can fix real-world finance—starting with freight, credit, and small business operations. From being de-banked by legacy institutions to pioneering tokenized invoicing, Mike shares why stablecoins, interoperability, and onchain accounting are reshaping…

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What If the U.S. Never Fought in Vietnam? Part 1 28:00

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What if the United States never escalated the Vietnam War? In this episode of Glitchtory, we rewind to August 1964—when a single decision could have changed the course of American and global history. No Gulf of Tonkin Resolution. No massive troop deployments. No draft. We explore how one moment of restraint reshapes civil rights, counterculture, fo…

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What If Napoleon Never Invaded Russia? 28:00

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What If Napoleon Never Invaded Russia? Dive into a thrilling exploration of an alternate history where Napoleon Bonaparte, the ambitious French emperor, chooses not to invade Russia in 1812. This podcast unravels the ripple effects of this pivotal decision, examining how it could have reshaped Europe and the world. From the survival of the French E…

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Ep.60 NFT Communities and Ethereum’s Cultural Blind Spot 28:51

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Sergio Silva, CEO of Meebits and former TradFi executive, joins the show to discuss the evolution of NFT communities and Ethereum’s overlooked cultural advantage. From writing an open letter to the Ethereum Foundation to comparing NFTs to sports fandom and social capital, Sergio shares why he's decided to dedicate his career to building for and wit…

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What if the Apollo 11 Mission Failed? 53:00

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On July 20, 1969, the world held its breath — and then exhaled in triumph. But what if that moment never came? In this episode of Glitchtory, we explore an alternate history where Apollo 11, humanity’s boldest technological leap, ends not in glory but in silence. From the crushing political fallout to the cultural void left behind, we trace the rip…

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Ep.59 TON’s Fake UAE Visa, Robinhood’s PR Play, and Avoiding Scams 29:37

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Travis John, Founder RWA Builders, joins to unpack an absurd past few days in Web3 from Robinhood’s tokenized equity PR stunt to TON’s fake UAE visa claim. Travis shares some stories of encounters with scams and discusses the fine line between innovation and deception, and how real-world asset builders are pushing through the noise. Topics Covered:…

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Episode 1: July 4th, Tragedy in Idaho, and Remembering Anne Burrell 24:03

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Welcome to the first episode of the Firefighter WTF Podcast—released on July 4th to mark the start of something new. In this episode, we dig into: Why Independence Day is the busiest day for U.S. fire departments, with skyrocketing calls for fireworks accidents, grill fires, and wildfire response A tragic update on the Idaho sniper ambush that took…

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Fantastically Altered: Social Network 2, Ironheart, Simpsons' Marge, and Marvel vs. DC! 1:14:15

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This week on Altered Geek, join Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike as they dive into the latest in geekdom! Get ready for rumors on The Social Network Part II in the works, early Ironheart reviews, and the shocking Simpsons Season 36 finale. Plus, we'll discuss Tom Cruise, Lilo & Stitch 2, and James Gunn's thoughts on Wonder Woman and The Batma…

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Ep.58 Why Tokenization Is Coming Faster Than You Think 32:54

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Miguel Kudry, Founder and CEO of L1, gives bold predictions on the tokenization of assets and how everything onchain is about to have exponential growth. Miguel has been building a platform that helps financial advisors connect with investors where there at, which is increasingly on crypto rails. Topics Covered: Why tokenization is accelerating (5 …

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What If Julius Caesar Had Lived? 32:00

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What if the assassination of Julius Caesar had failed? In this thought-provoking episode, we explore an alternate history where Caesar survived the Ides of March and reshaped the world. Discover how his continued reign could have created an enduring Roman Empire, altered the course of religion, and transformed millennia of history. Dive into a time…

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What If the Beatles Never Broke Up? 10:00

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Welcome to an intriguing exploration of music history with Glitchtory's What If series. This episode dives deep into the alternate timeline of The Beatles, the iconic band of the 20th century, examining a world where they never broke up. This narrative, constructed from meticulous research and archival material, presents an alternate series of even…

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What if Hitler had been accepted to art school? 11:00

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Welcome to the What If series by Glitchtory, where we unravel the delicate threads of history and ask, what if? In this episode, we explore the profound implications of a seemingly trivial moment—a rejection letter from an art school. Imagine a century without genocide, without world wars, untouched by the shadow of one of history’s darkest figures…

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Password Apocalypse! Night Court Cancelled, Sony Eyeing WB, Disney Star Wars & MORE! 1:08:53

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This week on Altered Geek, Steve Megatron and TFG1Mike dive into the shocking news of 16 billion passwords leaked from Apple, Google, Facebook, and more! We also discuss the unexpected end of the Night Court reboot, Sony's rumored acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, Disney+'s "abandonment" of a popular Star Wars show, and a look at upcoming Tom …

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What If Football was never invented? 21:11

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Welcome to 'Glitchtory', a fascinating exploration of alternate histories where small changes lead to profound global impacts. In this episode of 'What If', we delve into a world devoid of the world's most beloved sport - football. Explore how a single meeting in 1863 London could alter the fabric of society, geopolitics, and even our everyday lang…

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What if 9/11 had never happened? 43:00

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In this episode of our 'What If' series, we delve into an alternate reality where the tragic events of September 11, 2001, were prevented. We explore the profound impacts of this version of history on domestic life, foreign policy, and global conflicts. Imagine a day that remained ordinary, with flights taking off and landing without incident, and …

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Ep.57 Web3 Partnerships, Collectibles, and the Institutional Shift 26:59

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Matt Bartlett, Head of Web3 at VanEck and CEO of SegMint.io, helps give insights to how institutions are reshaping the Web3 landscape. Questions about the evolution of on-chain collectibles, the rise (and fall) of the Metaverse, why most Web3 partnerships are just marketing fluff, and how SegMint is building the rails for the next wave of asset tok…

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Ep.56 Why Tezos Co-Founder is Betting Big on Uranium 23:46

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Arthur Breitman, Co-Founder Tezos & building uranium.io, is turning nuclear fuel into a digital asset. With uranium demand sky-high, Arthur’s platform Uranium.io lets anyone buy tokenized yellowcake (xU3O8) on Tezos. In this episode, host Steven Schill digs into: Why uranium’s “niche” label is outdated—and how speculation actually finances new mine…

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Diving into Geek Collections, AMC, Batman Forever Cut & WB Discovery 1:11:04

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Steve 'Megatron' Phillips and TFG1Mike dive into the latest geek news, including AMC's ads, Batman Forever, and WB Discovery, but most importantly, they discuss geek collections and habits. What are you collecting? Get Altered, Get Geeky, with the Altered Geeks!

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Ep.55 Stablecoins, Real-World Assets & XDC’s Global Growth 27:27

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Lance Lilly, Ecosystem Development Manager XDC, takes us through some perspectives on the acceleration of stable coin adoption and what parties are wanting to get involved in the race. Lance also explains what XDC is and how they are positioning themselves to be a leader in the RWA crypto space. The conversation touches on risks building in an indu…

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Ep.54 Undeveloped Land, Upgraded: Tokenizing Property with Fabrica 26:07

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Fede Pomi, CEO Fabrica, joins for his 2nd appearance to talk about tokenized real estate. Fabrica turns undeveloped land into NFTs, enabling ownership, borrowing and trading, all within seconds. Fede explains how it works and why they chose Ethereum. Conversation includes: – Why undeveloped land is less volatile than traditional NFTs – How AI agent…