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When Shift Happens Podcast

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Jul 17, 2025 • 1h 12min

E130: Pudgy Penguins CEO : The Biggest Ethereum Shift is Coming & the huge PENGU comeback!

Luca Netz, the visionary founder of Pudgy Penguins, discusses the tumultuous journey of navigating the crypto landscape. He shares insights on surviving significant market crashes while building a thriving NFT ecosystem. The conversation highlights an upcoming Ethereum cultural shift favoring builders and the launch of a new meme coin aimed at enhancing community engagement. Luca emphasizes the anticipated resurgence of NFTs tied to stablecoin adoption, showcasing the evolving strategies within the crypto space.
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Jul 10, 2025 • 1h 22min

E129: 10TFund Founder: Wall Street Investor's Bold Crypto Prediction (Bitcoin $1M)

Dan Tapiero, a 25-year Wall Street veteran and founder of 10TFund, shares insights from his extensive trading career. He dives into why Bitcoin could reach $1 million in the next decade, pushing for institutional crypto adoption. The discussion also covers the importance of self-custody in crypto, personal anecdotes on balancing health and work, and the emotional challenges of investing in volatile markets like Bitcoin and Ethereum. Plus, he contrasts traditional art with the NFT landscape, offering a fresh perspective on both worlds.
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Jul 3, 2025 • 1h 3min

E128: Bitwise Founder: Why 2025 Is Crypto's Greatest Year Ever

Hunter Horsley, CEO of Bitwise, dives into why 2025 could be revolutionary for crypto, particularly Bitcoin. He discusses how financial institutions are becoming allies in Bitcoin's adoption. Hunter underscores the importance of endurance in the crypto world, explaining how Bitwise has thrived through challenges. He advocates for self-custody of assets and presents a compelling case for companies adopting Bitcoin as a reserve asset. With optimism for shifting perceptions, he highlights the potential of digital assets to redefine financial strategies.
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Jun 27, 2025 • 53min

E127: Ripple Cofounder: How We Built Crypto Solutions Banks Actually Trust

Chris Larsen, co-founder and executive chairman of Ripple Labs, shares insights on building trusted crypto solutions for banks, opting for collaboration over disruption. He discusses the importance of compliance and strategic decisions that helped transform Ripple into a $15 billion powerhouse. Larsen emphasizes why enterprise-focused crypto is more viable than consumer options, and reflects on the regulatory challenges often overlooked in the industry. His journey illustrates the balance of patience, governance, and innovation in navigating the evolving world of finance.
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Jun 19, 2025 • 2h 11min

E126: Swissborg Founder: How to Get Rich in Crypto (without getting lucky)

Cyrus Fazel, the founder and CEO of SwissBorg, aims to empower 1 million people through crypto investments. He shares his journey from losing everything in 2008 to rejecting a billion-dollar buyout. Cyrus argues that real estate often keeps people poor and emphasizes the unique opportunities crypto offers for financial freedom. He discusses the importance of self-custody for security, critiques traditional investment strategies, and highlights the transformational power of community in navigating the unpredictable crypto landscape.
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Jun 12, 2025 • 1h 14min

E125: SUI NETWORK FOUNDER: I Left Facebook at 50 to Build What Crypto Couldn't

Evan Cheng, Co-founder and CEO of Mysten Labs, previously led Facebook's Libra project before venturing into creating the Sui blockchain at 50. He discusses the failures of previous crypto efforts and the need for a decentralized approach in business. Evan shares insights into navigating the complexities of self-custody and the challenges of entrepreneurship at an older age. He also emphasizes trust among co-founders and the transformative potential of decentralized tech to revolutionize business models and customer interactions.
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Jun 6, 2025 • 2h 54min

E124: Ethereum Founder reveals why ETH has FAILED (and his solution to it)

Gavin Wood, co-founder of Ethereum and creator of Polkadot, candidly discusses why he believes cryptocurrency has faltered in its mission. He critiques Ethereum's Layer 2 approach and the proliferation of meme coins as distractions. Wood emphasizes the importance of self-custody and accountability in decentralized systems. He explores innovative governance models in blockchain and reflects on the need for fresh ideas to avert past mistakes. Lastly, he shares insights on balancing happiness with curiosity in both life and the crypto industry.
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May 29, 2025 • 1h 28min

E123: Sophon CoFounder: We Built Crypto for the Wrong People (Crypto Natives)

Sebastien, co-founder of Sophon, shares insights on creating a user-friendly crypto platform after a record $60 million community sale. He critiques the focus on speculative trading, advocating for broader consumer inclusivity. The discussion highlights innovative tools like the Kast card for easy stablecoin transactions. They also tackle self-custody importance, ADHD's impact on creativity, and strategies for engaging non-crypto users. Lastly, the conversation touches on successful fundraising techniques and navigating the stresses of entrepreneurship in the fast-evolving crypto world.
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May 22, 2025 • 1h 23min

E122: Anthony Pompliano: Let's be honest, we are all in Crypto for the money!

In this discussion, Anthony Pompliano, Founder and CEO of Pomp Investments and host of The Pomp Podcast, shares his strategic crypto approach. He reveals why he publicly favored Bitcoin while diversifying with Ethereum and others. Pomp discusses lessons from the BlockFi collapse, the significance of self-custody in crypto, and the balance between work and family life. He emphasizes problem-solving, the value of helping others succeed, and the need for integrity in navigating the volatile crypto landscape.
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May 16, 2025 • 1h 33min

E121: Arbitrum Creator: Ethereum’s Future is Brighter than Ever

Steven Goldfeder, creator of Arbitrum and CEO of Off Chain Labs, shares his journey from academia to leading one of the top Layer 2 solutions for Ethereum. He discusses the necessity of Arbitrum in Ethereum's future and its challenges, particularly around user experience and interoperability. Steven highlights the importance of collaboration in overcoming setbacks and emphasizes that Ethereum might face collapse without key improvements by 2025. Join him as he dives into the dynamic landscape of blockchain innovation and the evolving role of self-custody in crypto.

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