
Vaulted by PROOF
Vaulted by PROOF is a podcast that delves into the world of collecting and creating digital art collectibles. Each episode covers a wide range of topics within the digital art sphere, featuring a revolving cast of influential guests and thought leaders in this revolutionary technology medium. Join us as we explore how digital art is transforming the way we produce and experience creativity today.
Latest episodes

Nov 17, 2022 • 1h 47min
Artist Spotlight: Tim Ferriss NFT Project Name and Artwork Reveal
Famed podcaster, bestselling author, and PROOF Grails artist, Tim Ferriss reveals his new NFT project artwork and name. Kevin chats with Tim about storytelling, where the line is drawn when creating serious work, and an FAQ for why you should not purchase Tim's NFT.

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Nov 16, 2022 • 1h 27min
Artist Spotlight: Grant Riven Yun and the Business of Art
Grant Yun, season 2 PROOF Grails artist, sits down with NFTStatistics to talk about the nontraditional digital origins of his art and how he harnesses the power of ADD as a medical student, pro breakdancer, and top-tiered NFT artist.
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Catch up on all things NFT on the PROOF podcast at podcasts.proof.xyz

Nov 14, 2022 • 1h 36min
100 Proof: Live From Glitch in Marfa, Texas with Snowfro, Tim Ferriss, and More
Adam Lindermann, Erick / Snowfro, Tim Ferriss, and Philip Mohun of Bright Moments join Kevin Rose and Derek Edwards Schloss on this special episode of 100 PROOF streamed live from Marfa, Texas, at the Glitch, Marfa event.
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https://twitter.com/ArtOnBlockchain
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https://twitter.com/adamlindemann

Nov 10, 2022 • 1h 15min
Collector Spotlight: A Masterclass in Outsmarting the NFT Trading Market With Cirrus
Cirrus, the "Calculated Degen," has honed in on an NFT trading strategy that has worked across bull and bear markets and didn't get a head start by being in "early." Cirrus runs a Twitter account with clear directions on his trading strategy, which he breaks down in this deep dive episode with NFTStatistics.

Nov 7, 2022 • 1h 4min
TokenTax With Zac McClure: NFT Trading Tax Tips That Will Save You From Heartache.
Zac McClure is the Co-Founder & CEO at TokenTax. Today he chats with Kevin about that thing you're all avoiding; Crypto and NFT taxes and the implications of your trading habits. As the IRS begins to formulate more precise guidelines around how crypto and NFTs are taxed, Zac strongly recommends a basic understanding of great write-off opportunities and taxable events that could crush you.

Nov 3, 2022 • 1h 8min
100 PROOF: Meeting XCOPY, Marfa, Project Faith, and Why Reddit Matters
Kevin and Derek head to Marfa, Texas, so naturally, they discuss the Art Blocks Full Set and its implications for Collector Status. Derek talks about the process of losing faith in a project, and Kevin waxes poetic on why the Reddit NFT matters.

Oct 27, 2022 • 1h 7min
Artist Spotlight: Ed Balloon is on the Run
Ed Balloon is an artist, screenwriter, musician, and dancer. Ed discusses the origins of the Run Ed Collection as an amalgamation of all his artistic disciplines, the code-switching required as a BIPOC in WAGMI culture, and Kevin drops alpha on his step aerobics history.

Oct 18, 2022 • 1h 31min
Project Spotlight: Memeland
On today's early-access episode, @NFTstats takes over for @Kro while the travel team prepares for the last leg of the EU roadshow tour. You'll see and hear NFTstats voice more frequently on the PROOF podcast with his deep research-based take on artists, projects, and all things NFT and beyond. Enjoy a look at Memeland's ecosystem, upcoming projects, and insight from an established web 2.0 company.

Sep 26, 2022 • 1h 12min
Project Spotlight: QQL with Tyler Hobbs and Dandelion
Minters have played a role in NFT minting simply by deciding to mint and inserting randomization into the algorithm at that moment. QQL takes it a step further with a beautiful collaboration between famed generative artists Tyler Hobbs, Dandelion, and... you. QQL provides an interface to play with output parameters allowing all minters to explore artistic possibilities previously left to chance.
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https://twitter.com/dandelion_wist
https://twitter.com/kevinrose
https://qql.art/

Sep 21, 2022 • 56min
100 Proof: Coders vs. Coders in Royalty Wars, MOMA Entering NFT Space, and $35k Frames
Kevin Rose and Derek Edward Schloss discuss the current state of artist royalty bypassing, and the controversial approach Magic Eden is taking to discourage royalty loss. They cover MOMA's decisions to auction work by Picasso, Bacon, Rousseau, and Renoir to expand the museum's digital presence, including the possible purchase of NFTs. And Kevin describes the moment he saw a $35,000 NFT frame taking a page from Tesla's early playbook.