GRTiQ Podcast

Leave feedback!Today I am speaking with Alec Shaw, the new CEO at Tenderize, a leading liquid staking solution for web3 middleware. For long-time listeners of the podcast, you might recall that I previously interviewed Nico Vergauwen, the Founder of Tenderize, in Episode 87. In the coming days, Tenderize plans to release V2 of their solution.  So I invited Alec on to talk about V2 and what we can expect. During this episode, Alec shares his journey, starting from his college days when he began working on blockchain products and developed a keen interest in web3. We then talk about his transition to Tenderize and explore the upcoming release of V2 of their solution, which is expected to spark significant attention and discussions within The Graph ecosystem.Throughout the interview, we devote ample time to discussing the features and potential impact of Tenderize V2. Additionally, I ask Alec to address some criticisms surrounding liquid staking and its implications for protocols and protocol economics. Show Notes and TranscriptsThe GRTiQ Podcast takes listeners inside web3 and The Graph (GRT) by interviewing members of the ecosystem.  Please help support this project and build the community by subscribing and leaving a review.Twitter: GRT_iQwww.GRTiQ.com

Leave feedback!Today I am speaking with Alex Bourget, Co-Founder and CTO at StreamingFast, the core dev team behind the groundbreaking Substreams-powered subgraphs recently launched by The Graph. This innovative technology has the potential to redefine what's possible for The Graph and push the boundaries of indexing blockchain data.In this special edition of the podcast, Alex joins us to discuss Substreams and Substreams-powered subgraphs its impact on The Graph's ecosystem. If you've been a long-time listener, you might remember Alex from his previous full-length interview in Ep. 42, where he shared insights into the origins of StreamingFast and their journey to becoming a core dev team at The Graph.Show Notes and TranscriptsThe GRTiQ Podcast takes listeners inside web3 and The Graph (GRT) by interviewing members of the ecosystem.  Please help support this project and build the community by subscribing and leaving a review.Twitter: GRT_iQwww.GRTiQ.com

Leave feedback!Today I am speaking with Mable Jiang, Chief Revenue Officer at Find Satoshi Lab, a rapidly growing web3 product development studio renowned for its impressive lineup of dapps, including STEPN, one of the most widely used dapps in the Solana ecosystem. In addition to her pivotal role at Find Satoshi Lab, Mable has recently been announced as a new member of The Graph Council. The GRTiQ Podcast feels incredibly fortunate to introduce our listeners to Mable today, following our recent introduction to the other new Council member, Julien Genestoux.During this interview, Mable takes us on a journey through her unique background, which encompasses degrees in Art History and Statistics. She shares her firsthand experience of when she first discovered crypto and her subsequent venture into the industry. Mable also reflects on her time at Multicoin, providing valuable insights into her professional trajectory.We then dive into an in-depth discussion about The Graph, where Mable offers her perspective on the protocol and its significance. She shares her captivating insights into joining The Graph Council, shedding light on the responsibilities and opportunities that come with this role. Along the way, Mable provides us with remarkable insights into Asia's role in the industry and her vision for its future in that part of the world.Show NotesThe GRTiQ Podcast takes listeners inside web3 and The Graph (GRT) by interviewing members of the ecosystem.  Please help support this project and build the community by subscribing and leaving a review.Twitter: GRT_iQwww.GRTiQ.com

Leave feedback!Today I am speaking with Sebastian Burgel, Founder at HOPR. HOPR is not your average web3 project—it's a decentralized, incentivized mixnet that takes privacy to a whole new level. By obfuscating all metadata, including IP addresses, HOPR is creating “a private internet for everyone.” And as you will hear, Sebastian is another brilliant intellect building in web3 with an unwavering commitment to privacy. During this interview, Sebastian talks about his fascinating background in microtechnology, recounting his journey from academia to becoming a trailblazing founder in the web3 space. We also talk about the 2017 ICO Craze, where Sebastian shares firsthand experiences that shaped his perspectives of the industry. He then takes us on a deep dive into the world of web3 privacy, unraveling the core aspects that HOPR addresses with remarkable innovation. You’ll also hear Sebastian offer thought-provoking insights on entrepreneurship, the web3 industry, decentralized apps, and his perspective on The Graph. Show NotesThe GRTiQ Podcast takes listeners inside web3 and The Graph (GRT) by interviewing members of the ecosystem.  Please help support this project and build the community by subscribing and leaving a review.Twitter: GRT_iQwww.GRTiQ.com 

Leave feedback!Today I am speaking with Ana-Maria Calin, Senior Software Engineer at GraphOps, one of the Core Dev teams working at The Graph. Ana has become a familiar and respected voice within the community due to her consistent contributions to Indexer Office Hours, a weekly Discord meeting where members of the Indexer community gather to exchange knowledge and insights. Through her work at GraphOps, Ana has made many positive contributions to enhancing the Indexer experience at The Graph and plays an important role in onboarding future generations of Indexers.During this interview, Ana shares many aspects of her background, including growing up in Romania and moving to the UK and eventually Canada. She also highlights some unique projects she undertook during her time at IBM when web2 was transitioning to a new technology called “the cloud.” Ana also talks about her early impressions of the crypto space and shares her decision to join GraphOps and go to work on The Graph.Show NotesThe GRTiQ Podcast takes listeners inside web3 and The Graph (GRT) by interviewing members of the ecosystem.  Please help support this project and build the community by subscribing and leaving a review.Twitter: GRT_iQwww.GRTiQ.com 

Leave feedback!Today I am speaking with GJ Flannery. GJ is helping lead the growth of the MetricsDAO community, a DAO that connects web3 data analysts with blockchain projects and on-demand data insights and tooling. MetricsDAO is playing a vital role in onboarding data analysts into the world of web3 by creatively introducing DAO members to blockchain projects and data through bounties, challenges, and web3 tooling, including The Graph.I wanted to speak with GJ to learn more about MetricsDAO, delve into the fascinating realm of blockchain data, and gain his perspective on where The Graph fits into this landscape. During this interview, GJ shares intriguing aspects of his background and his passion for literature. We also explore his captivating travel experiences and receive his scuba diving recommendations.GJ provides us with an introduction to MetricsDAO, shedding light on its vibrant community and its mission. We dive into the role MetricsDAO plays in fostering connections between web3 data analysts and blockchain projects. GJ elaborates on the creative approaches employed by MetricsDAO, such as bounties, challenges, and web3 tooling, to cultivate a thriving ecosystem of data-driven insights - and we'll gain a deeper understanding of how The Graph contributes to this ever-evolving landscape. Show NotesThe GRTiQ Podcast takes listeners inside web3 and The Graph (GRT) by interviewing members of the ecosystem.  Please help support this project and build the community by subscribing and leaving a review.Twitter: GRT_iQwww.GRTiQ.com 

Leave feedback!Today I am speaking with Julien Genestoux, Founder and CEO at Unlock Protocol, a blockchain-based access control protocol that empowers creators to monetize their content directly and enables users to manage subscriptions and earn rewards for sharing valuable content and applications. And, as you likely know, Julien was recently announced as a new Graph Council member.During this interview, Julien shares his remarkable entrepreneurial background. We first talk about Julien’s time at university, where he launched his first successful business. Then Julien shares the incredible journey he had with his next business venture, Superfeeder, which he eventually sold to Medium. Then we talk about Julien’s newest venture, Unlock Protocol, along with a great conversation about how Unlock uses The Graph, how he became a council member, and his vision for the future of The Graph. Show NotesThe GRTiQ Podcast takes listeners inside web3 and The Graph (GRT) by interviewing members of the ecosystem.  Please help support this project and build the community by subscribing and leaving a review.Twitter: GRT_iQwww.GRTiQ.com 

Leave feedback!Today I am speaking with Petko Pavlovski, Senior Software Engineer at GraphOps, a Core Dev team working on The Graph. As you will hear, Petko has been contributing to The Graph in various roles for a long time. In fact, I have been asking Petko for an interview for over a year and I am happy it finally came together. During this interview, Petko talks about his background and growing up in Bulgaria, his career and how he got started in web3, his time working at Limechain (a name some of you OGs will remember) and Kraken, and then moving over and going to work at GraphOps. We talk about Petko’s passion for The Graph and the community, what he’s working on at GraphOps, and his vision for the future. Show NotesThe GRTiQ Podcast takes listeners inside web3 and The Graph (GRT) by interviewing members of the ecosystem.  Please help support this project and build the community by subscribing and leaving a review.Twitter: GRT_iQwww.GRTiQ.com

Leave feedback!Today I am speaking with Mihai Grigore, Head of Web3 Protocol Research at Messari. Mihai leads Messari’s Web3 protocol research team, covering infrastructure, base layers, and consumer apps.If you’re a member of The Graph ecosystem, then you know Mihai and his team’s work. They publish a well-known research report on The Graph every quarter entitled The State of The Graph.During this interview, Mihai talks about his professional background working in the banking and finance industries, his education in computer science and math, his move to Messari (including a fun explanation of how Messari got its name), and his incredible perspective on the entire web3 landscape. We then talk about a lot of The Graph and the observations he’s made by virtue of his research into the protocol.Show NotesThe GRTiQ Podcast takes listeners inside web3 and The Graph (GRT) by interviewing members of the ecosystem.  Please help support this project and build the community by subscribing and leaving a review.Twitter: GRT_iQwww.GRTiQ.com

Leave feedback!Today I am speaking with Liam Doyle, Founder of GRTDataHub, a well-known community resource for easy-to-interpret on-chain GRT data with multi-lingual education chatbots for web3 and The Graph ecosystem. If you’re on Twitter and have seen any ecosystem data related to The Graph, you’ve likely seen the work of GRTDataHub.What’s incredible about Liam’s story is how a vibrant ecosystem has sprung up around his work. You’ll regularly see GRTDataHub translated into many languages and localized communities gathering around the content. During this interview, Liam talks about his full-time work outside of crypto, how he found and got involved with The Graph via the Graphtronauts community, the origin story behind GRTDataHub and its community, and some exciting new features Liam is planning to release. Show NotesThe GRTiQ Podcast takes listeners inside web3 and The Graph (GRT) by interviewing members of the ecosystem.  Please help support this project and build the community by subscribing and leaving a review.Twitter: GRT_iQwww.GRTiQ.com