Best Web3 Empire Podcasts (2025)

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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 47 — Solving the AI Curation Problem with Andrew Hill from Recall 53:36

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AI agents are cheap to launch and impossible to trust. This episode is for people building and backing growth-stage crypto startups: how do you pick between thousands of on-chain “trading bots,” research assistants, and execution agents when most collapse in live conditions? Andrew Hill, CEO of Recall, lays out how Recall is trying to become crypto…

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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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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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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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Ep 46 — Turning a Dead NFT Collection into a $50M Empire ft. Luca Netz 1:00:57

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In this episode, Luca Netz shares how he took a failing NFT collection and turned it into one of the fastest-growing Web3 brands. We dive into his three-pillar model of ecosystem, attention, and revenue; and explore how Pudgy has sold over 1.5M toys through Walmart and Target, signed 45+ licensing deals, and built a business where culture and cash …

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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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EP 45 — Making Debt Move Faster with Androo and Andy from HypurrFi 1:05:12

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We sit down with Androo and Andy from HypurrFi who are building at the intersection of on-chain credit and real-world usability.While most DeFi protocols treat borrowing as a one-time action, HypurrFi is making debt dynamic. Think refinancing, real-time spending, and routing capital across markets—without closing your position. We cover: — Why Hypu…

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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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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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Ep 44 — How to Stake HYPE Permissionlessly with Omnia from Kinetiq 1:11:05

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Kinetiq co-founder and Hyperliquid contributor Omnia joins to unpack how Hyperliquid evolved from a DEX into a liquidity layer, what HIPs unlock, and why apps like Phantom and Kinetiq are treating it as default. Chapters — 00:00 Podcast Opening & Disclaimer 00:19 Kinetic's Launch & Market Context 03:20 Hyperliquid's Core Thesis 11:33 Hyperliquid Te…

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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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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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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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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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Ep 43 — Why it's not NAV but Native Yield with Leah and Max from Sol Strategies 43:50

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While everyone's been copying MicroStrategy's Bitcoin strategy, Sol Strategies took a different approach. CEO Leah Wald and CTO Max Kaplan join me to discuss why they're building actual infrastructure around Solana instead of just holding tokens. Sol Strategies is a publicly listed company (CSE: HODL) - formerly Cypherpunk Holdings - that transform…

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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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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 42 — Avoiding the Hidden Tax of DeFi with Nikita from BarterSwap 46:57

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What actually happens after you hit “swap”? In this episode, Saurabh is joined by Nikita Ovchinnik, founder of BarterSwap, to break down the mechanics of routing, MEV, solvers, and the invisible infrastructure that powers billions in DeFi volume. They explore:– Why AMMs leak value and how orderbooks are making a comeback– The role of solvers, searc…

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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…

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EP 41 — Inside Dune with Mats Olsen 43:18

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Most discussions about crypto UX revolve around decentralisation and ease of use. Mats Olson, co-founder and CTO of Dune, dives deeper into the overlooked importance of real-time data infrastructure. Mats explains why blockchains, built as write-optimised databases, make data retrieval challenging and how Dune is solving this critical problem. We e…

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Reclaiming Feminine Power, Raising Standards in Dating, and Radical Self-Love 59:40

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What if everything you were taught to be — polite, perfect, and pleasing — is the very thing holding you back? In this episode of Bad Bitch Empire, Lisa Carmen Wang shares how she broke free from good girl brainwashing and used her pain, power, and truth to build an empire, attract a secure, healthy relationship, and step fully into her divine femi…

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Ep.53 Crypto’s Quiet Boom, Company Alliances & Real-World Use Cases Taking Over 28:47

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Tzvi Wiesel, CEO and Founder Baxus, helps dissect the market reaction to Bitcoin pushing toward all-time highs. In this episode, Steven is joined by Tzvi to unpack why crypto feels quiet despite bullish price action. From Robinhood’s aggressive RWA play to Roblox bridging physical goods into the digital world, they explore where Web3 is quietly win…

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Ep.52 From NFTs to RWAs: Why Tokenized Assets Are the Real Endgame 33:09

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Travis John, Founder RWA Builders, joins episode 52 to unpack the momentum behind real-world assets (RWAs) on-chain. This episode dives deep into how institutions are approaching tokenization, why stablecoins are quietly becoming the economic engine of crypto, and what’s real vs overhyped in the RWA boom. Topics include: Why RWA Builders was create…

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Ep.51 Matt Bartlett on Crypto Reserves, NFT Paris, and Building in Web3 15:44

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Matt Bartlett, CEO SegMint, joins the show again to discuss the potential impact of a U.S. crypto reserve, reflects on David Sacks’ crypto sell-off, and evaluates whether NFTs have sparked a cultural revolution or remain speculative assets. He shares lessons from SegMint’s free mint on Abstract Chain, the competitive NFT marketplace landscape, and …

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Ep.50 Rapid Fire with Matt Bartlett 24:03

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Matt Bartlett, CEO SegMint & Head of Web3 VanEck, joins host Steven Schill to tackle the evolving world of NFTs, real-world assets (RWAs), and what’s next for collectors in Web3. From being scammed in 2021 to predicting how blockchain will redefine authenticity and ownership, this conversation circles into the mindset of modern collectors. Topics c…

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EP 40 — Exploring DeFi, AI Agents, and the Future of On-Chain Forecasting with James Ross 44:14

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Forecasting and prediction tools are missing links in DeFi and Mode Network is trying to fill that gap. In this episode, James Ross (co-founder of Mode and Synthdata) talks about building smarter forecasting systems for DeFi. We dig into how Mode is using BitTensor’s decentralised AI network to power real-time risk analysis, how agents could drive …

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Ep 39 — Aggregating the Trillion Dollar Stablecoin Market with Ryne and Jay 47:30

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Stablecoins are crypto’s biggest product-market fit—$230B and growing. But the pipes that move them? Broken. In this episode, Saurabh speaks with Jay Kurahashi-Sofue (CMO) and Ryne Sachs (CEO) of Eco, who are building something surprisingly rare in crypto: infrastructure that actually works. Not another stablecoin—but a liquidity layer that coordin…

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Ep.49 Tokenized Forests, Green Mining, and Retail Penguins 14:32

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In this episode, host Steven Schill highlights the top news stories from the crypto sphere. From Bhutan secretly mining Bitcoin with hydropower to Stellar's $3B push into tokenized real-world assets. We also cover the cultural side of Web3: Futureverse's acquisition of Candy Digital (yes, the one with MLB, WWE and Netflix IP rights), Pudgy Penguins…

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Ep.48 $500K Pokémon Cards, Lifetime NFTs, & Crypto Security – Web3 Is Getting Wild | RWA Recap 50:06

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What does $500,000 in Pokémon cards, lifetime access to Rolling Loud, and Epic Games offering crypto games have in common? They're all part of this jam-packed recap episode of the RWA SegMints Podcast. In this episode, host Steven Schill revisits some of the most thought-provoking conversations from past episodes—featuring guests from Courtyard, Ro…

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EP 38 — How to Fix DeFi with Andre Cronje 46:16

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From regulatory battles that forced him out of DeFi, to the conviction that drew him back, Andre opens up about the unseen cost of innovation in a space that now rewards safety over experimentation. This isn’t a retrospective of Yearn or a breakdown of his past projects. It’s a look at why composability collapsed, how decentralisation became a UX b…

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Ep.47 Gaming, Digital Ownership & the Future of Tokenized Collectibles with Matt Bartlett 26:29

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Matt Bartlett, Head of Web3 VanEck and CEO SegMint, joins this weeks episode to discuss ownership and how it matters. Host Steven Schill has Matt give details about doing a free NFT mint and building a community with a new found focus on Abstract chain. In this episode, they explore: Why true ownership of in-game assets matters—from Call of Duty sk…

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Markets, Manipulation & the Myth of Decentralisation with Jose Sanchez 30:03

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Recorded just before the market was hit by tariff chaos, this episode captures a rare quiet moment—and uses it to unpack the deeper mechanics of how crypto actually works. From the Hyperliquid–JELLY saga to the evolving reality of intents, solvers, and Ethereum’s fragmentation, Jose brings sharp, grounded perspective without the fluff. This isn’t a…

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EP 37 — Building Useful AI on Crypto Rails with Ejaaz 1:03:31

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In this episode, Ejaaz joins Saurabh to explore what it really takes to build usable, decentralized AI tools on crypto rails. We break down the AI x Crypto stack from first principles: – Why fragmented compute networks haven’t worked (and what might change that) – How AI agents are reshaping crypto UX – Why open-sourcing everything could backfire i…

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Ep.46 Why Crypto’s Next Wave Isn’t AI—It’s Real-World Tokenization 28:45

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Chris Yin, CEO of Plume Network joins RWA SegMints podcast to discuss the future of real-world assets (RWAs) on-chain, the unstoppable rise of stablecoins, and why blending crypto with the physical world is the next big shift. From tokenized collectibles to digital banking, Chris shares insights on blockchain adoption, crypto distractions, and why …

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EP 36 — Beyond Four-Year Market Cycles with Will Clemente 1:02:59

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We break down why the familiar crypto playbook no longer applies. We explore the death of predictable Bitcoin cycles, how macroeconomic shifts under Trump's administration are reshaping markets, and why stablecoins like USDC could soon dominate finance. Will shares his disciplined strategy—separating long-term conviction from short-term trades—and …

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Ep.45 Are We Early? Ray Buckton on the RWA Movement 28:13

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Ray Buckton, Co-Founder and Head of Research at RWA World, is back on the RWA SegMints podcast to share his latest insights into the rapidly evolving world of tokenized assets. With a database of over 450 companies working in asset tokenization, Ray discusses how big players like BlackRock and Robinhood are stepping into the space and what that mea…

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Ep.44 Fixing the $3 Trillion Counterfeit Industry with Michael Schramm 27:39

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Michael Schramm, founder of Ownerchip, is bridging the physical and digital worlds with a decentralized Web3 protocol that authenticates, tracks, and interacts with high-value physical goods. In this episode, Michael shares his journey into the world of digital ownership, explaining how Ownerchip provides a trustless way to verify authenticity and …

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EP 35 — AI Traders, Swarms, and Surviving the Bear Market with Shaw 1:15:15

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In a space where information is the ultimate edge, how do the best traders and builders stay ahead? Shaw from elizaOS returns to the podcast to break down the harsh realities of crypto trading, AI-driven investing, and building through market cycles. We explore: •The information edge in crypto: Why the best traders aren’t chart readers but those cl…

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Ep.43 Anti-Fraud Tech & Web3 Innovation with Thomas Bergmüller 26:31

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Thomas Bergmüller, co-founder of Meta Anchor, joins the podcast to share his expertise on anti-fraud technology and its integration into the Web3 landscape. From authenticating physical goods to bridging the gap between the physical and digital worlds, Thomas shares how Meta Anchor is revolutionizing industries with its unique hologram and NFT-base…

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Ep.42 The Future of Decentralized Lending with Josef Je 31:31

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Josef Je, co-founder of PWN, a decentralized credit union focused on fixed-rate, fixed-duration loans using tokenized assets as collateral. Josef shares his journey from discovering Bitcoin in 2011 to working at the Ethereum Foundation and ultimately creating a lending protocol that empowers crypto holders to access liquidity without selling their …

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Ep 34 — How to Bring Institutional DeFi Trading to Retail with Jai Prasad 50:58

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We discuss Jai's journey from leading blockchain integration at Coinbase to founding DefinitiveFi, and how the platform grew from $20-30M to nine-figure monthly volumes. Jai explains the key innovations needed for mainstream DeFi adoption - gas abstraction, chain abstraction, and account abstraction - and how advanced order types like TWAPs allow l…