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Join Jason, a key contributor to the Farcaster ecosystem, as he dives into the launch of Moxie, a revolutionary fan token protocol. He discusses how Moxie empowers creators and fans to share rewards and build vibrant communities. The conversation covers the importance of careful token engagement, bidding strategies, and ensuring wallet hygiene to avoid scams. Jason also highlights the potential for creators to earn rewards through quality content, reshaping the landscape of the creator economy.

Hosts delve into the evolving creator economy and the role of platforms like Farcaster. They share insights on community building and the innovative use of tools like Hypersub.xyz. Challenges of visibility, engagement, and fair contribution measurement are discussed. The conversation also covers retroactive rewards and mentoring newcomers to foster collaboration. Personal journeys highlight the shift from Web 2 to Web 3, emphasizing the importance of knowledge sharing in creating vibrant online communities.

In this episode of Impact Makers, Ben West, a trailblazer in community organizing and campaign strategy, discusses his journey into Web3 and his work at Thrive Protocol. Thrive Protocol is a mechanism and methodology for helping ecosystems grow by attracting, funding, and scaling projects in the Web3 space. They work with top Web3 communities like Arbitrum, Apecoin, Polygon, and more. The protocol uses incentive mechanisms, feedback loops, and human validation assessments to ensure that funds are allocated appropriately and that impact is measured and rewarded. They are building a reputation system for reviewers and are focused on changing the way people are rewarded for their work. In this conversation, Ben from Thrive Protocol discusses the importance of funding mechanisms and decision-making processes in the Web3 space. He shares insights from his experience at Gitcoin and highlights the work being done at Thrive Protocol to create a more inclusive and efficient funding ecosystem. Ben also talks about the long-term vision of Thrive Protocol and its potential to bridge the gap between the digital and real world. He emphasizes the need for user-friendly tools and a focus on user experience in the Web3 space. The conversation concludes with a discussion about Ben's book, 'The Monkey Flower Experiment,' and the power of community and collaboration in making a positive impact. Jon Ruth https://warpcast.com/jonruth https://x.com/jhruth Ben West https://warpcast.com/benwest https://x.com/BenWest Thrive Protocol https://x.com/ThriveProtocol https://www.thriveprotocol.com/   Takeaways Thrive Protocol is a mechanism and methodology for helping ecosystems grow in the Web3 space. They attract, fund, and scale projects by using incentive mechanisms, feedback loops, and human validation assessments. Thrive Protocol works with top Web3 communities like Arbitrum, Apecoin, and Polygon. They are focused on changing the way people are rewarded for their work and ensuring that funds are allocated appropriately. They are building a reputation system for reviewers to ensure the quality of assessments. Funding mechanisms and decision-making processes are crucial in the Web3 space to create an inclusive and efficient funding ecosystem. Thrive Protocol aims to bridge the gap between the digital and real world by providing user-friendly tools and focusing on user experience. The long-term vision of Thrive Protocol is to revolutionize the way work is done and empower individuals to be fairly rewarded for their contributions. Ben is writing a book called 'The Monkey Flower Experiment,' which explores decision-making mechanisms in a university setting and the challenges of resource allocation. Community and collaboration are essential in driving positive change and making a meaningful impact.

In this episode join host Chris Eberle (@defiginger) as he speaks with guests Smoke and Tridog from Own The Doge, a cultural organization and DAO that stewards the Doge meme and promotes its positive impact. They have acquired the rights to the original Doge image and the IP in partnership with Atsuko Sato, who rescued and raised Kabosu, the Shiba Inu in the legendary Doge meme. Own the Doge has organized a community of over a million holders of the DOG token across different blockchains. They have used their platform to support charitable causes, including being the largest crypto donor to Save the Children. Own the Doge is also launching the Pixel Portal, a platform where holders of the DOG token can visualize their piece of the Doge meme as an NFT. They are moving the Pixel Portal from Ethereum to the Base blockchain to reduce gas fees and improve accessibility. They are also planning a big event for Doge Day on November 2nd, which will include breaking a Guinness World Record and collaborations with meme celebrities. Own the Doge is organizing Doge Day 2024 in Japan, which will include a Guinness World Record attempt. They are also looking for sponsors for the event. The team is working on a Doge documentary that captures the stories and impact of Doge in the world. They believe in using Doge as a force for good and supporting doge culture and public goods. They have also commissioned Such Wow City, a metaverse game based on Tokyo, where players can experience Doge culture and interact with NFTs and Easter eggs. Own the Doge is active on Discord, Telegram, and their official X page.(links below)  https://x.com/ownthedoge https://x.com/Smoke_theArtist https://x.com/tridog Official website: https://www.ownthedoge.com/ The #SummerOfDoge on base: https://x.com/ownthedoge/status/1814024451152855250 OTD Projects and proposals: https://www.ownthedoge.com/#tank

In this episode of Are We There Yet, Chris Eberle speaks with Alex Rawitz from Dimo. They discuss the importance of data ownership and privacy in the automotive industry. He explains how Demo is creating decentralized infrastructure for moving objects, allowing users to have control over their own data and share it with businesses of their choice. The goal is to create a fair and transparent system where users can benefit from their data and have access to a marketplace of automotive services. Rawitz also highlights the opportunities of owning and controlling one's data, such as personalized AI and better pricing in the automotive industry. Decentralized infrastructure, physical infrastructure, and the wallet experience are key themes in the conversation. The discussion explores how decentralized tech in IoT and other industries can revolutionize established systems. The importance of permissionless networking, infrastructure deployment, and cryptographic security is highlighted. The conversation also touches on the challenges of the wallet experience and the need for user-friendly interfaces. The potential for on-chain summer and the integration of crypto into everyday life is discussed. The role of car hacking and the activation of car enthusiasts in the crypto space is explored. The conversation concludes with predictions for the future, emphasizing the need for improved wallet experiences and the integration of crypto apps into users' daily lives.

Join Humpty in this last episode of Crypto Consumer Chronicles as he speaks with Yuki and JackAlpha from beyondClub. The conversation revolves around the topics of loyalty programs, on-chain data, community building, and the Japanese crypto scene. The guests discuss the limitations of traditional loyalty programs and the potential of on-chain loyalty programs to offer interoperability, liquidity, and reward distribution. They highlight the importance of building communities and creating non-financial incentives for users. The guests also mention the active NFT and GameFi scenes in Japan and how Japanese companies are experimenting with NFTs and integrating them into their experiences. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the new features and games in the check-in app. Check-In is launching property NFTs that represent physical locations to create a games layer on top of check-ins. The goal is to make check-ins sustainable and fun by applying game mechanics. Property NFT owners can earn points when others check in to their location. Check-In will airdrop 15,000-20,000 property NFTs to early users and Farcon attendees. They also plan to collaborate with different city channels for curation campaigns. The onboarding process will be made easier by allowing users to sign in with Google or other sign-in methods.   Project Socials: https://warpcast.com/beyondclub https://x.com/beyondClub_xyz Guest(s): Yuki, Jack Alpha Guest Socials: Yuki: https://warpcast.com/yuki https://x.com/yukiw_eth

In this conversation, Humpty and Lucas discuss the platform Pods, which allows creators to publish podcasts on-chain as NFTs. They explore the value proposition of Pods, including the ability to monetize content directly and engage with the audience on a more granular level. They also discuss the power of composability in extending the value of content and the different ways creators can leverage the data available to them. Lucas highlights the importance of designing games and rewards for different types of audience engagement, such as speculation, social interaction, affinity, and patronage. The conversation explores the potential of on-chain media and the role of collectors in content creation. It discusses the design space for creators to engage with their audience and the importance of recognizing the value of collecting data early. The conversation also touches on the challenges of onboarding creators and listeners to the crypto space and the need for improved user experience. It concludes with a discussion on collaborative opportunities in on-chain media and the potential for incentivizing engagement through games and rewards.    Project Socials: https://x.com/podsdotmedia https://warpcast.com/pods Guest: Lucas Guest Socials: https://x.com/0x_Lucas https://warpcast.com/0xl

In this episode of Impact Maker, Host Jon Ruth speaks with Anna Stone. Anna, a visionary leader at the intersection of finance and technology, shares her journey into the world of Crypto and Web3. She discusses her work with GoodDollar, a project focused on enabling universal basic income through blockchain technology. The conversation delves into the impact of GoodDollar on communities, the challenges of financial inequality, and the potential of blockchain to empower individuals globally. The conversation covers a wide range of topics related to digital education, community finance, blockchain technology, Web3, stablecoins, and the impact of crypto on the world. It also delves into the challenges and lessons learned from an exploit in the UBI protocol, as well as the importance of staying optimistic in the crypto space. The discussion concludes with insights into the future of DApps and the builder energy in the crypto space. Jon Ruth https://warpcast.com/jonruth https://x.com/jhruth Anna Stone https://warpcast.com/therealstone https://x.com/TheRealStone GoodDollar https://x.com/gooddollarorg https://www.gooddollar.org/  

In this episode Humpty speaks with Grace of Unlonely.app. She shares her background in art and how it influenced her career path. She talks about her journey from retail to working at Google and eventually entering the crypto space. Grace highlights the challenges of bringing non-crypto users into the space and the importance of building trust and reputation. She also discusses the current state of creator tools in the crypto space and the need for improved user experience. Unlonely is a platform that focuses on creating human connections through live streaming and interactive experiences. They aim to provide a cozy and authentic space on the internet where people can engage with each other in real-time. The platform has gained momentum and popularity by producing shows like Love Unleveraged, a dating show that combines web3 features and reality TV. Unlonely's success is attributed to its commitment to humanizing the online experience and fostering genuine connections.   Links: - Project Socials: https://x.com/unlonely_app https://warpcast.com/unlonely - Guest Socials: https://x.com/gracewhiteguan https://warpcast.com/grace  

In episode 7 of Crypto Consumer Chronicles, Humpty Calderon speaks with Steph Alinsug, CMO of Friends With Benefits (FWB). The conversation covers Steph's journey from Seed Club to Vessel and now as the CMO of Friends with Benefits (FWB). It delves into the evolution of Seed Club, the challenges of social media marketing, and the importance of personal branding in brand strategy. The discussion highlights the strategic approach to content creation and the impact of individual voices in brand communication. The conversation covers a wide range of topics related to social media strategy, newsletters, Web3 social platforms, and the upcoming Fest event. It delves into the challenges and opportunities of social media engagement, the significance of newsletters, and the impact of Web3 platforms like Farcaster and Lens. Additionally, it explores the marketing strategies for the On Chain Summer drop and the cultural shift in IRL experiences within the crypto space.   Project Socials: https://warpcast.com/fwb, https://x.com/FWBtweets Guest Socials: https://warpcast.com/hun3y.eth, https://x.com/cryptohun3y