

GreenPill
Kevin Owocki
GreenPill is about crypto-economic systems that create positive externalities for their neighbors & for the world.
We explore the intersection of programmable money, game theory, & mechanism design. We search for powerful new ways to fund, design, develop, & market regenerative web3-era applications and digital assets. We launch the meme of regenerative crypto-economics into the world.
Ethereum is the ultimate substrate for human coordination. Learn about the web3 builders who are solving coordination failures and creating a more regenerative infrastructure for the world using Ethereum.
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We explore the intersection of programmable money, game theory, & mechanism design. We search for powerful new ways to fund, design, develop, & market regenerative web3-era applications and digital assets. We launch the meme of regenerative crypto-economics into the world.
Ethereum is the ultimate substrate for human coordination. Learn about the web3 builders who are solving coordination failures and creating a more regenerative infrastructure for the world using Ethereum.
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Oct 24, 2024 • 47min
Season 6. Ep. - 7 - Novel Funding Mechanisms W/ Skeletor & Alp
✨ Subscribe to the Green Pill Podcast ✨ https://pod.link/1609313639 🟢 Get the GreenPilled Book 🟢 https://greenpill.network/ 🟢 NEW! Greenpill NFTs 🟢 https://pods.media/greenpill Apple Show Link https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1609313639 Spotify Show Link https://open.spotify.com/show/0l6aXWC94dd0RA3tkKfxjd 🟢🟢🟢Show your support on twitter 🟢🟢🟢 https://x.com/inverternetwork https://x.com/alpergintr https://x.com/DeFi_Wonderland https://x.com/Skeletor_Space Vitalik Tweet mentioned in the show: https://x.com/VitalikButerin/status/940744724431982594 Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:57 Podcast Overview 01:30 Guest Introduction 06:10 Defining Novel Funding Mechanisms 07:17 Building the Foundation for Funding Mechanisms 09:00 Inverter's Approach to Funding 13:03 Use Cases for Funding Mechanisms 17:03 Removing Bureaucracy in Funding 19:37 Changing Dynamics for Builders 23:44 Evolution of Grant Programs 30:37 Difficulties in Grant Metrics 34:20 Complexity vs. Simplicity in Funding 39:00 Sustainable Grant Programs 41:24 Transparency in Market Mechanisms 45:22 End Note by Sov 46:53 Outro SOCIALS: 🐦 Twitter - Greenpill Network Twitter 🎵 TikTok - Greenpill Network TikTok 💼 LinkedIn - Greenpill Network Linkedin 🎧 Discord - Greenpill Network Discord 📞Telegram - Greenpill Telegram ----- Not financial or tax advice. This channel is strictly educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any assets or to make any financial decisions. This video is not tax advice. Talk to your accountant. Do your own research. Disclosure: From time-to-time I may add links in this newsletter to products I use. I may receive commission if you make a purchase through one of these links. Additionally, the Greenpill team writers hold crypto assets.

Oct 17, 2024 • 47min
Season 6. Ep. - 6 - Web 3 Grants and Governance W/ Nneoma & Juanbug
✨ Subscribe to the Green Pill Podcast ✨ https://pod.link/1609313639 🟢 Get the GreenPilled Book 🟢 https://greenpill.network/ 🟢 NEW! Greenpill NFTs 🟢 https://pods.media/greenpill Apple Show Link https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1609313639 Spotify Show Link https://open.spotify.com/show/0l6aXWC94dd0RA3tkKfxjd 🟢🟢🟢Show your support on twitter 🟢🟢🟢 twitter.com/PGovTeam twitter.com/JuanBugEth https://x.com/nneomack https://x.com/StableLab https://twitter.com/sovereignsignal Timestamps : 00:00 Intro 00:57 Podcast Overview 01:32 Guest Introduction 04:02 Episode Outline 05:34 Emergence of Professional Delegates 09:22 Role of Juanbug in PGov 11:26 Growth of Grant Programs 13:36 Stable Lab's Involvement in Incentive Programs 19:49 Holistic Approach to Grant Programs 21:50 Direct Grants and Their Challenges 23:27 Arbitrum's Governance Evolution 25:07 Transparency in Grant Allocations 26:24 Shifting Perspectives on Impact Metrics 29:10 Incentivizing Sustainable Growth 31:00 Examples of Innovative Grant Models 33:13 Creative Grant Administration Solutions 36:17 Challenges of representing token holders' interests 39:10 Balancing Dual Roles 42:25 Getting Involved in Governance 43:52 Stable Lab's Work and Engagement 46:24 Vote of Thanks 46:37 Outro SOCIALS: 🐦 Twitter - Greenpill Network Twitter 🎵 TikTok - Greenpill Network TikTok 💼 LinkedIn - Greenpill Network Linkedin 🎧 Discord - Greenpill Network Discord 📞Telegram - Greenpill Telegram ----- Not financial or tax advice. This channel is strictly educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any assets or to make any financial decisions. This video is not tax advice. Talk to your accountant. Do your own research. Disclosure: From time-to-time I may add links in this newsletter to products I use. I may receive commission if you make a purchase through one of these links. Additionally, the Greenpill team writers hold crypto assets.

Oct 15, 2024 • 44min
Season 6. Ep. - 5 - Intents, Missions, and Metrics: Exploring OP GC W/ Jesse, Gonna
✨ Subscribe to the Green Pill Podcast ✨ https://pod.link/1609313639 🟢 Get the GreenPilled Book 🟢 https://greenpill.network/ 🟢 NEW! Greenpill NFTs 🟢 https://pods.media/greenpill Apple Show Link https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1609313639 Spotify Show Link https://open.spotify.com/show/0l6aXWC94dd0RA3tkKfxjd 🟢🟢🟢Show your support on Twitter 🟢🟢🟢 https://x.com/Reformed_Normie https://x.com/GonnaEth https://x.com/OptimismGrants https://app.charmverse.io/op-grants/optimism-grants-council-8323028890716944 https://twitter.com/sovereignsignal Timestamps : 00:00 Intro 01:18 About Previous Episode 01:35 Guest Introduction 05:21 Understanding Intents 09:28 Mission Request Process 12:26 Evolution of Grant Focus 14:31 Subsidized Audits as a Mission Request 18:39 Connecting Expertise within the Council 20:57 Accountability and Community Participation 23:29 Metric Evaluation Process Overview 26:03 Rubric Development Insights 28:27 Discretionary Factors 30:13 Fairness in Grant Evaluation 32:34 Understanding the Rubric's Purpose 34:18 Metrics and Accountability in Grant Impact 38:34 Future Directions of Grant Programs 40:04 Coordination Among Stakeholders 43:50 Vote of Thanks 44:00 Outro SOCIALS: 🐦 Twitter - Greenpill Network Twitter 🎵 TikTok - Greenpill Network TikTok 💼 LinkedIn - Greenpill Network Linkedin 🎧 Discord - Greenpill Network Discord 📞Telegram - Greenpill Telegram ----- Not financial or tax advice. This channel is strictly educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any assets or to make any financial decisions. This video is not tax advice. Talk to your accountant. Do your own research. Disclosure: From time-to-time I may add links in this newsletter to products I use. I may receive commission if you make a purchase through one of these links. Additionally, the Greenpill team writers hold crypto assets.

Oct 1, 2024 • 34min
Season 6. Ep. - 4 - Downstream Grant Programs - Expanding the Superchain W/ Katie & PaperImperium
Katie, an advocate for grants and blockchain tech, joins PaperImperium, a group dedicated to expanding blockchain grants. They discuss the Superchain initiative and how it’s revolutionizing grant programs. Learn about innovative eligibility criteria, integration of web2 credit systems for startups, and the significance of measurable success metrics. The duo also explores governance models, funding opportunities, and invaluable advice for grant applicants, all aimed at fostering a thriving ecosystem in the blockchain space.

Sep 26, 2024 • 41min
Season 6 - Ep. 3 - Metrics-Driven Incentives: The SUNNYs & Beyond W/ Carl, Chris, Binji
In this lively discussion, guests Carl, Chris, and Binji delve into the innovative Sunny Awards, a new initiative designed to celebrate builders in the Web3 space. They explore the significance of metrics in shaping incentives and enhancing community engagement. The conversation shifts to the challenges of using on-chain metrics for decision-making and the importance of customizing these metrics for projects. They also introduce the concept of an 'impact mosaic', emphasizing collective contributions across various sectors, alongside the evolving landscape of funding models in blockchain.

Sep 24, 2024 • 49min
Season 6 - Ep. 2 - On-Chain Reputation & Optimizing Grants Resource Allocation
Delve into the future of grant allocations in the crypto world, as experts discuss how on-chain reputation can enhance transparency and trust. Discover innovative frameworks like quadratic funding and the challenges they face, including civil attacks and data standardization. The conversation explores technical hurdles in blockchain, gas costs, and the vital need for user-friendly systems. Hear about the evolution of reputation protocols, the community's role, and the potential integration of AI in governance and funding strategies.

Sep 17, 2024 • 47min
Season 6 - Ep. 1 - Grants As A Service
Dive into the evolution of grant programs in the Web3 ecosystem! Discover the shift from traditional grants to community-focused, decentralized funding strategies. Learn about the importance of measurable ROI and tailored approaches for genuine impact. Explore how the Thrive platform enables verifiable project outcomes, emphasizing milestones and collaborative engagement. The discussion also covers the delicate balance between customization and standardization in grant evaluation and the transformative potential of blockchain for sustainable community-driven growth.

Sep 11, 2024 • 1h 1min
Season 5. Ep. - 5 - Wrap Up With Sejal & Launamu
✨ Subscribe to the Green Pill Podcast ✨ https://pod.link/1609313639 🟢 Get the GreenPilled Book 🟢 https://greenpill.network/ 🟢 NEW! Greenpill NFTs 🟢 https://pods.media/greenpill Apple Show Link https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1609313639 Spotify Show Link https://open.spotify.com/show/0l6aXWC94dd0RA3tkKfxjd Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:42 Wrap-Up of the Season 03:08 Journey of Retro PGF 04:11 Importance of Training Program 06:15 Collaboration and Networking 11:21 Cohort Launch and Ecosystem Participation 16:36 MVP Challenges 19:53 Template for running the round 22:56 Goal of Celo, Filecoin and Pocket 25:25 Evaluation Framework 30:49 Metrics-Based Approach Evolution 36:33 Tool Evolution and Customization 41:01 Sejal Perspective on different ecosystem 46:06 Scaling Mechanisms for Broader Adoption 54:28 Collaboration in Public Goods Funding 57:21 Public Forum for Learnings 59:15 Vote of Thanks 01:00:43 Outro SOCIALS: 🐦 Twitter - Greenpill Network Twitter 🎵 TikTok - Greenpill Network TikTok 💼 LinkedIn - Greenpill Network Linkedin 🎧 Discord - Greenpill Network Discord 📞Telegram - Greenpill Telegram ----- Not financial or tax advice. This channel is strictly educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any assets or to make any financial decisions. This video is not tax advice. Talk to your accountant. Do your own research. Disclosure: From time-to-time I may add links in this newsletter to products I use. I may receive commission if you make a purchase through one of these links. Additionally, the Greenpill team writers hold crypto assets.

Sep 4, 2024 • 60min
Season 5. Ep. - 4 - Celo x Easy RPGF w/ Luuk and Monty
✨ Subscribe to the Green Pill Podcast ✨ https://pod.link/1609313639 🟢 Get the GreenPilled Book 🟢 https://greenpill.network/ 🟢 NEW! Greenpill NFTs 🟢 https://pods.media/greenpill Apple Show Link https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1609313639 Spotify Show Link https://open.spotify.com/show/0l6aXWC94dd0RA3tkKfxjd 🟢🟢🟢 Show Your Support 🟢🟢🟢 https://forum.celo.org/ https://x.com/luukdao?s=21&t=E7bK9sdGpTyGyb-mXGwD0g https://x.com/montymerlin?s=21&t=E7bK9sdGpTyGyb-mXGwD0g Timestamps : 00:00 Intro 00:39 Overview of Podcast 02:37 What is Celo Ecosystem? 08:22 Luuk’s Journey in Celo 11:39 Monty Journey in Celo Ecosystem 18:32 Impact of Celo Ecosystem 26:00 ReFi Perspective in Programs 36:25 Celo PG Team 39:43 Collaborative Spirit in ReFi 42:56 Retroactive Funding Mechanism 44:43 Celo's Retro Citizen Round 48:03 Maturity of the Web3 Ecosystem 50:01 Upcoming Developments in Celo 55:52 Vote of Thanks 56:21 Podcast Overview 59:25 Outro SOCIALS: 🐦 Twitter - Greenpill Network Twitter 🎵 TikTok - Greenpill Network TikTok 💼 LinkedIn - Greenpill Network Linkedin 🎧 Discord - Greenpill Network Discord 📞Telegram - Greenpill Telegram ----- Not financial or tax advice. This channel is strictly educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any assets or to make any financial decisions. This video is not tax advice. Talk to your accountant. Do your own research. Disclosure: From time-to-time I may add links in this newsletter to products I use. I may receive commission if you make a purchase through one of these links. Additionally, the Greenpill team writers hold crypto assets.

Aug 29, 2024 • 46min
Season 5. Ep. - 3 - Retroactive Funding W/ Pocket Ecosystem
✨ Subscribe to the Green Pill Podcast ✨ https://pod.link/1609313639 🟢 Get the GreenPilled Book 🟢 https://greenpill.network/ 🟢 NEW! Greenpill NFTs 🟢 https://pods.media/greenpill Apple Show Link https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1609313639 Spotify Show Link https://open.spotify.com/show/0l6aXWC94dd0RA3tkKfxjd Timestamps : 00:00 Intro 01:36 overview of podcast 02:15 Guest Intro 04:15 Inspiration Behind Running Retro Round 7:18 Comparison of rounds 10:16 Design of Pokt's retro round 17:15 Sharing Context to badgeholders 23:26 Rubric and Impact Tiers 32:37 Ben Sharing His Learnings 37:01 Retroactive funding In Public Good Space Trends 42:15 Closing Remarks 43:23 Podcast Overview 46:11 Outro SOCIALS: 🐦 Twitter - Greenpill Network Twitter 🎵 TikTok - Greenpill Network TikTok 💼 LinkedIn - Greenpill Network Linkedin 🎧 Discord - Greenpill Network Discord 📞Telegram - Greenpill Telegram ----- Not financial or tax advice. This channel is strictly educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any assets or to make any financial decisions. This video is not tax advice. Talk to your accountant. Do your own research. Disclosure: From time-to-time I may add links in this newsletter to products I use. I may receive commission if you make a purchase through one of these links. Additionally, the Greenpill team writers hold crypto assets.