Oscar Merry
Founder of Fountain, working to explore how Bitcoin, Nostr, and podcasting intersect. He is focused on building tools that work for people, not just developers.
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Aug 21, 2025 • 1h 35min
Chat_141 - Protocols Over Platforms with Oscar Merry
Oscar Merry, founder of Fountain, shares insights on revolutionizing podcasting by integrating Bitcoin and decentralized protocols. They explore how open social protocols can enhance content discovery beyond a single platform, emphasizing user experience over developer convenience. The discussion dives into technical challenges, like key management and search functionalities, and highlights the importance of community engagement. Merry also addresses the potential of Bitcoin payments for content creators, aiming to simplify interactions and monetize content effectively.
Oct 18, 2024 • 1h 19min
Oscar Merry on Fountain's Latest Update; plus Spotify's Audiobook Expansion
Oscar Merry, from Fountain—an innovative podcast app centered around Bitcoin and podcasting 2.0—shares exciting updates from the latest app release. He highlights the new content library and impressive monetization opportunities for creators. The discussion also dives into the evolving podcast landscape, focusing on Spotify's audiobook expansion and the challenges of monetizing audio content. Merry emphasizes the integration of decentralized identity management for improved content discovery, showcasing how technology continues to reshape the podcasting world.
