Summary

In this laid-back roundtable episode, we crack open a few beers with ATX DAO members Walshy, Bob, Ash, and Luke to talk about what it’s really like to build in Web3—without the chain tribalism. From Avalanche to Dogecoin to Quai to Polygon, the conversation dives into the messy, creative, and often hilarious reality of being a multichain builder. Whether it’s launching a privacy-focused autograph app, navigating app store politics, or figuring out how to explain blockchain to artists, the crew shares what they’ve learned the hard way—and what still keeps them excited about crypto.

Along the way, we cover how ATX DAO has become a soft landing pad for new arrivals in Austin, what it means to create in an open, collaborative community, and why being chain-agnostic is more than just a technical choice—it’s a mindset. This one’s for anyone who’s ever shipped weird code, joined a DAO for the vibes, or just wanted to talk real about the state of Web3.

Chapters

00:00 Guest Introductions

02:56 Personal Journeys into Blockchain and Crypto

06:19 The Role of Community in Crypto

09:09 Challenges and Opportunities for Artists in Crypto

12:23 Teaching Artists about NFTs in the Artists Residency

15:16 Navigating the NFT Landscape

18:05 The Importance of Reputation in the Music Industry

20:58 The Future of Music NFTs

23:00 Kevin Kelley 1000 True Fans

24:12 Privacy and Blockchain Technology

41:03 The Future of NFTs and Gaming

43:50 Personal Journeys into Crypto

48:50 Building in the Crypto Space

56:20 Navigating UX Challenges in Web3

01:03:11 The Role of Stablecoins and Institutional Adoption

01:12:26 Innovations in Stablecoin Alternatives

01:18:29 Community and Collaboration in Crypto

Connect with the team:

• Ash: X - ⁠@ashinthewild⁠ | DoggyFi - https://doggyfi.xyz/
• Bob: X - @bobwith2bees | Graflr - https://www.graflr.com
• Christopher: X - @ChristopherNFGG | Quai Network - https://qu.ai
• Luke: X - ****⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Luke152⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Avalanche Team1 - @AvaxTeam1

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