The Unstoppable Podcast

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127 - Exploring the World of DeFi with Jack Niewold of Crypto Pragmatist Apr 20, 2022

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In this episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we’re talking to Jack Niewold. Jack founded Crypto Pragmatist, an email newsletter focusing on the assets and narratives shaping the cryptocurrency space.

Jack tells us what topics people are typically looking to learn more about in crypto, and we dive into what DeFi means and why it’s so important. Will we eventually reach a point where everyone in the world can participate in a financial system of some kind?

Jack explains the concept of Total Value Locked and what it means for crypto tokens. We talk about the blockchain trilemma and what it’s all about, and the importance of decentralization as blockchains continue to scale.

We talk about L2s, and Jack tells us which ones he’s most excited about. We also cover stablecoins and the value they provide to crypto as a whole, along with some interesting examples right now. Finally, Jack talks about some of the creators and projects he likes the most, and what the future holds.

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126 - How Web3 Will Change the Gaming Industry with Carra Wu from a16z Crypto Apr 13, 2022

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In this episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we’re talking to Carra Wu. Carra is a crypto investor at Andreessen Horowitz and has many years of experience in the Web3 space.

Carra talks about becoming disillusioned with the traditional financial system, and how blockchain and crypto can help people around the world—including places with hyperinflation— access more economic stability.

We talk about the city of Venice and the historical lessons we can learn there that relate to crypto. Carra talks about composability and how people in crypto can build on the work that’s already been done by others. We discuss how powerful innovations can sometimes look like toys at the outset, and Carra shares some things that seem like toys now but could be incredibly impactful in the future.

We chat about NFTs and their future, and Carra talks about why she’s excited about DAOs. We talk about NFTs in gaming and why there has been a backlash from traditional gaming companies. What more could be done to draw traditional gamers into the NFT space? Finally, Carra talks about her biggest Web3 influences and what the future holds.

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125 - Building the Largest Community in Crypto with Shaan Puri from The Milk Road Apr 06, 2022

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In this episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we’re talking to Shaan Puri from the Milk Road newsletter. Shaan shares his experiences coming into the world of crypto from an investment background, and what he’s learned.

Shaan talks about what he sees as the highest impact activities people can do in Web3 today, and why crypto is such a significant trend that’s attracting so much media attention. We also talk about the power of the internet to build global communities and networks that aren’t dependent on geography, and how crypto is the next stage in this trend.

We discuss whether crypto has the ability to break down wealth boundaries, or whether it could still favor more privileged groups. Shaan talks about the concept of network effects and how it’s driving adoption in crypto and NFTs.

Finally, Shaan shares his experiences working with some of the smartest people in the Web3 space and talks about what he thinks the future could hold.

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124 - When Does Decentralization Matter? With Matthew Gould from Unstoppable Domains Mar 30, 2022

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In this episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, our CEO Matthew Gould is here to talk all about centralization vs decentralization — a central topic in the world of Web3.

We talk about what decentralization really means, and the importance of finding a balance between full centralization and full decentralization. Is it really necessary or even possible to decentralize everything in crypto?

Matt explains why the differences between centralization and decentralization really matter and some of the security risks of centralization. We discuss roll-up solutions as well as other scalability solutions.

We also talk about decentralization in DAOs, and Matt explains the idea of centralization spectrums within companies. We discuss the risks of centralized platforms, like censorship and control.

Finally, we break down some of the bigger companies in crypto, where they fall on the centralization spectrum, what this means for each one, how it’s impacting users, and the role of regulation.

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123 - Why Bitcoin Will Outlast the United States of America with Sahil Lavingia of fweb3 Mar 23, 2022

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In this episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we’re talking to Sahil Lavingia, Founder and CEO of Gumroad and Creator of fweb3. Sahil has a ton of experience building in the Web2 world and is now applying his talents to Web3 and the world of dApps.

We talk about the impact of Web3 on the internet and the world, and whether technologies like AI and VR can generate the same amount of hype and excitement as crypto and NFTs. Sahil talks about investing in crypto and how he is able to take a step back from momentary price fluctuations and look at the bigger picture.

Sahil shares his thoughts on crypto as a financial asset and how it could gain momentum in the coming years. We talk about the power of NFTs to store and transfer value digitally and how they can be used to create scarcity online. We also talk about communities, and how artists can use NFTs to build closer relationships with their fans.

We talk about Gumroad and Sahil’s experiences building it, along with the crypto projects he is involved in. We finish off by discussing the four types of NFT utility and what the future holds for the space as a whole.

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122 - Community-Owned and Governed Media Empires with Michael Lazerow from Velvet Sea Ventures Mar 16, 2022

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On this episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we’re talking to Michael Lazerow, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Velvet Sea Ventures.

Michael talks about his early experiences with Web3 through projects like CryptoPunks and what inspired him to start investing. We talk about the importance of asset ownership and how it’s driving the growth of Web3, and Michael shares his thoughts on digital art and projects like Pixel Vault.

We talk about how digital communities of fans can create marketing potential and how communities are changing the way creators tell stories and share their creations. Michael talks about some of the projects that Velvet Sea is looking into and investing in.

Michael shares some advice for aspiring founders in the Web3 space and some of the challenges they face. We talk about how off-chain venture capital funding could combine with community-generated funds to drive new projects.

We discuss the importance of anonymity in Web3 and how to strike a balance between the value of privacy and the need to build trust. Finally, we talk about the future of Web3 and what’s to come.

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121 - Investing in the Metaverse with Adam Draper from Boost VC Mar 09, 2022

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In this episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we’re talking to Adam Draper. Adam is the Founder and Managing Director of Boost VC and has a ton of experience investing in all kinds of blockchain and crypto projects.

Adam talks about his experiences as an investor in Coinbase and finding his way into crypto, and we chat about the importance of scarcity in Web3 and what it means for the digital world as a whole. Adam shares his thoughts on how Web3 can drive greater participation and collaboration in areas like finance and entertainment.

We talk about how crypto is replacing traditional investments in many ways, and Adam talks about how he’s seen investment in the crypto space change over time. We discuss the growth of NFTs and their impact, the importance of building trust in online communities and crypto in general, and overcoming bad press in the Web3 space.

Finally, we dig into what’s coming next — the concept of owning property in the metaverse, the blending of the digital and physical worlds, the expansion of the internet, and how projects like Unstoppable Domains are driving and shaping this growth.

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120 - Everything You Need to Know About DAOs with Yury Lifshits from SuperDAO Mar 02, 2022

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In this episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we’re talking to Yury Lifshits. Yury is the CEO and Founder of Superdao, and he’s going to talk all about decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs), why they’re so important, and what the future holds in this area.

Yury talks about finding his way into crypto from a background in mathematics and computer science, some of the projects he’s worked on, and the fundamentals of what DAOs are and how they work.

We talk about how DAOs have evolved and how off-chain involvement is becoming more important. Yury shares some of the benefits of DAOs that he’s encountered compared to traditional organizations, along with some of the downsides and challenges. We discuss decentralization — is it really an all-or-nothing concept?

We discuss who should join a DAO, what is typically expected of members and whether people are joining for reasons other than financial. Yury dives into the rise of digital assets and why they are becoming popular. Finally, we talk about the future of DAOs and what’s coming next.

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119 - The Future of Music in Web3 with Dwight Torculas from Mint Songs Feb 23, 2022

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In this episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we welcome Dwight Torculas. Dwight is the Co-Founder and CEO of Mint Songs, a platform for discovering and collecting NFT music.

Dwight talks about his experiences finding his way into crypto, and the importance of a solid support group during that time. We discuss how NFTs can be used to build communities, how NFT collectibles have evolved since the start, and why music NFTs will transform the way artists can build vibrant communities and develop long-lasting creative careers.

Dwight explains why he chose music as his area of focus in Web3. We talk about some of the problems music artists are currently facing and how NFTs and platforms like Mint Songs can help solve those.

How do fans also benefit? We talk about building communities of fans using NFTs, and how to tap into your audience’s data in an ethical way. Finally, Dwight shares his thoughts on how the NFT ecosystem could evolve and where this space is headed.

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118 - The Five New Frontiers for NFTs in 2022 with Maria Shen from Electric Capital Feb 16, 2022

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In this episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we’re talking to Maria Shen, a Partner at Electric Capital, and she has a ton of experience working with crypto projects and NFTs.

Maria talks about her background studying political science and computer science at Harvard, working at Microsoft, and how she arrived in the world of blockchain and NFTs. She talks about the point when she realized that NFTs were really taking off and becoming important, and her article “Five New Frontiers for NFTs.”

We talk about the idea of membership limits in the NFT community and whether this is necessary to create scarcity or can prevent certain people from participating in NFT culture. Maria talks about on-chain reputation and identity and how it could work in Web3.

Finally, Maria shares some of her influences and what she thinks is the craziest thing we’ll be doing in the metaverse that people aren’t thinking about yet.

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