

Web3 CMO Stories
Joeri Billast
๐๏ธ Smart, strategic conversations at the edge of Web3, AI and marketing.Hosted by Joeri Billast, this top 5% global podcast dives into how bold brands and founders grow with visibility, trust and storytelling โ across tech, community, and culture.Youโll hear from thought leaders, tech builders, and marketing minds shaping the future with no hype, just real insights and actionable ideas.Sponsored by CoinDesk and RYO โข Host of Sintra Synergies Retreats
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Jun 14, 2024 โข 25min
From Meerkat to Towns: Ben Rubin's Journey | S4 E14
Send us a textWhat if blockchain could not only revolutionize finance but also transform how we communicate online? Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Ben Rubin, the innovative mind behind Meerkat and Houseparty, as he shifts his focus to creating digital spaces that prioritize human connection and community. From his early days in architecture school to the development of his latest venture, Towns, Ben shares valuable insights and hard-earned lessons. Learn how his journey from physical to digital architecture has influenced his approach to building platforms designed for interaction and connection.In this episode, we delve into the intricate ways blockchain technology can enhance trust and accountability in online interactions. Ben explains how introducing cryptographic proofs and ownership stakes can create more reliable and sustainable digital environments. We also compare the unique features of Towns with platforms like Discord, focusing on the promise of user-owned, transparent, and secure communities. Don't miss out on the excitement around the upcoming launch phases of Towns and the River protocol, and discover how these innovations could reshape the future of online community building.This episode was recorded through a Podcastle call on May 13, 2024. Read the blog article and show notes here: https://webdrie.net/from-meerkat-to-towns-ben-rubins-journey/

Jun 11, 2024 โข 28min
Crafting Crypto Content Mastery: Lark Davis' Journey and Marketing Insights | S4 E13
Send us a textLark Davis is a seasoned crypto investor and founder of Wealth Mastery, a weekly crypto newsletter with over 125,000 subscribers. He covers DeFi, NFTs, altcoins, technical analysis, and more. With over five years in crypto investing, Lark has made millions and also faced losses. His bold crypto price forecasts and educational content have garnered an impressive social media following, including 71 million views on YouTube. Lark has been featured in Cointelegraph and CoinDesk.In our conversation, we explore how to create engaging and educational crypto content for both beginners and seasoned investors. Specifically:Balancing content for new and experienced crypto enthusiastsThe journey from discovering Bitcoin to becoming a full-time crypto content creatorChallenges and strategies in scaling a crypto newsletter businessEffective content repurposing across multiple channelsInsights on technical analysis and market trends in cryptoThe impact of Bitcoin halving and ETFs on market dynamicsStrategies for exiting positions during market peaksUnderstanding market sentiment and timing for maximum profitThis episode was recorded through a Podcastle call on May 7, 2024. Read the blog article and show notes here: https://webdrie.net/crafting-crypto-content-mastery-lark-davis-journey-and-marketing-insights/

Jun 7, 2024 โข 25min
Building in Public: Pixels' Key to Community Engagement with Heidi Christine | S4 E12
Send us a textHeidi Christine is the CMO of Pixels, the largest Web3 game by daily active users with over 5 million total players. Pixels is a social, casual Web3 game powered by the Ronin network, focusing on farming, exploration and creation in an open world. As CMO, Heidi is responsible for community, culture and growth, content creation and release management.In our conversation, we explore how Pixels has built a vibrant and engaged community through consistent communication and community-driven development.The importance of building in public and involving the community in the development processStrategies for growing and nurturing a passionate community, such as weekly live streams and AMAsBalancing community feedback with the team's vision for the gameMeasuring community sentiment and using it to guide development decisionsThe role of community in driving mass adoption of Web3 gamingHeidi's excitement for the future of Pixels and the opportunities for expansion and innovationThis episode was recorded through a Podcastle call on May 23, 2024. Read the blog article and show notes here: https://webdrie.net/building-in-public-pixels-key-to-community-engagement-with-heidi-christine/

Jun 4, 2024 โข 9min
Inside Consensus 2024: Crypto and the Vision of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. | S4 E11
Send us a textIs cryptocurrency the future of the U.S. economy? Join me, Joeri Bilast, as I take you behind the scenes of Consensus 2024 on this special episode of the Web3 CMO Stories podcast. From the electric atmosphere of Austin with over 15,000 attendees, to the bold and visionary speech of Maverick presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who openly shared his personal investments in Bitcoin and his revolutionary plans for integrating cryptocurrency into the nation's financial framework. This episode promises an insider's look at an event that brought together the brightest minds and the most influential figures in the digital asset space.This episode was recorded via Descript on June 3, 2024. Read a short article here:https://webdrie.net/inside-consensus-2024-crypto-and-the-vision-of-robert-f-kennedy-jr/

May 31, 2024 โข 27min
The Impact of Blockchain Technology on Ad Targeting with Asaf Nadler | S4 E10
Send us a textAsaf Nadler is the CEO and co-founder of Addressable, specializing in data-driven user acquisition for Web3. Asaf has 18 years of experience in data analytics and holds a PhD in software engineering focusing on big data analytics, AI, and blockchain.In our conversation, we explore how Addressable is transforming digital marketing practices for the Web3 space.How Addressable associates on-chain data with social data to understand and target Web3 audiencesIntegrations with platforms like Twitter, Reddit, and display ad networks to reach users where they spend timeThe role of AI in identity matching, attribution, and campaign optimizationCase studies and success stories of effective Web3 marketing campaignsAsaf's excitement about the shift of Web3 into the mainstream and the need for better marketing infrastructureRecent integrations with mobile analytics partners and automated campaign optimizationโ ๏ธ If you want to try out Addressable yourself, use coupon code WEB3CMO on the payment page, it will give you 10% off.This episode was recorded through a Podcastle call on April 25, 2024. Read the blog article and show notes here: https://webdrie.net/the-impact-of-blockchain-technology-on-ad-targeting-with-asaf-nadler/

May 24, 2024 โข 26min
The Evolution of Digital Currencies Through the Lens of Sonia Shaw | S4 E09
Sonia Shaw, President of CoinW, shares insights on crypto regulations and partnerships. They discuss CoinW's global expansion strategy, navigating international regulations, and emerging trends in blockchain. Sonia also gives advice on investing in tokens and coins, highlighting the mainstream adoption of crypto in the current bull run.

May 17, 2024 โข 28min
From Emmy Awards to Battle Bunnies: The Creative Evolution of Jon Briggs | S4 E08
Send us a textJon Briggs is an Emmy award-winning creative producer, co-founder, and executive board member at Food Fight Studios. In our conversation, we explore how NFTs have revolutionized the way creators can build communities and push projects forward on their own terms.Jon's journey from medical device sales to becoming a content entrepreneurHow NFTs enabled him to bring a long-shelved project to life without Hollywood red tapeThe role of AI in Jon's creative process and content creationBuilding a co-created universe with the Battle Bunnies NFT projectLeveraging NFTs to fund animation and develop intellectual propertyAdvice for content creators and entrepreneurs exploring Web3 and emerging technologiesJon's excitement about the upcoming Battle Bunnies book series, co-created with the communityThis episode was recorded through a Podcastle call on April 4, 2024. Read the blog article and show notes here: https://webdrie.net/from-emmy-awards-to-battle-bunnies-the-creative-evolution-of-jon-briggs/

May 10, 2024 โข 28min
RYO: An Ancient Japanese Currency... Re-born for the Digital Age โ with Lani Dizon | S4 E07
Send us a textJapan is strategically positioning itself as a global leader in Web3. While lawmakers and regulators in the U.S., Europe, and other countries in Asia have adopted a cautious stance towards cryptocurrency, Japan continues to boldly champion the advancement of Web3 as a pivotal component of its national strategy.Lani Dizon is the co-founder of Zenza Capital and the innovative RYO project, Japan's first Layer-1 blockchain launch. In our conversation, we explore how RYO aims to simplify cryptocurrency for mass adoption.โ ๏ธ ๐๐ ๐ฎ๐ค๐ช ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐ฃ๐ฉ๐๐ง๐๐จ๐ฉ๐๐ ๐๐ฃ ๐ฉ๐๐ ๐ข๐๐ฃ๐ฉ๐๐ค๐ฃ๐๐ ๐พ๐ง๐ฎ๐ฅ๐ฉ๐ค ๐พ๐ค๐ฃ๐ซ๐๐ง๐ฉ๐๐๐ก๐ ๐ฝ๐ค๐ฃ๐, ๐๐จ๐ฉ๐๐๐ก๐๐จ๐๐๐ ๐๐ฎ ๐๐๐ฃ๐ฏ๐ ๐พ๐๐ฅ๐๐ฉ๐๐ก, ๐ง๐๐๐๐ ๐ค๐ช๐ฉ ๐ฉ๐ค ๐ข๐ ๐๐ฃ๐ ๐ ๐๐๐ฃ ๐๐๐ฉ ๐ฎ๐ค๐ช ๐ข๐ค๐ง๐ ๐๐ฃ๐๐ค!This episode was recorded through a Podcastle call on April 3, 2024. Read the blog article and show notes here: https://webdrie.net/ryo-an-ancient-japanese-currency-re-born-for-the-digital-age-with-lani-dizon/

May 3, 2024 โข 28min
Exploring the Convergence of AI and Blockchain for Predictive Power with Jordan Miller โ The Satori Network Vision | S4 E06
Send us a textJordan Miller is the mind behind Satori Network, a groundbreaking project that merges AI with blockchain to predict the future. His journey spans from philosophy and information systems to the forefront of crypto AI, offering a unique glimpse into the power of decentralized technology.In our conversation, we explore how Satori Network aims to create a decentralized AI solution focused on time and future prediction, leveraging the interconnectedness of all things in time to improve predictions across the network.The philosophy behind Satori Network and how Jordan's background in philosophy and information systems influenced its inceptionHow Satori Network implements principles inspired by the human brain, such as repeating neural circuits, unique redundancy, and hierarchical structuresThe importance of decentralizing AI to distribute its power and ensure diverse perspectivesSatori Network's approach to using raw data and the actual future as the error metric, rather than curated datasets, to avoid biases and propagandaJordan's vision for Satori Network's development, including a public good phase focused on broad predictions and a private prediction marketplace for individual data streamsThe potential for Satori Network's future predictions to aid decision-making and help societies adapt more quickly to emerging challengesHow users can download and run Satori Network on their machines, contributing to the network's growth and accuracyThis episode was recorded through a Podcastle call on March 26, 2024. Read the blog article and show notes here: https://webdrie.net/exploring-the-convergence-of-ai-and-blockchain-for-predictive-power-with-jordan-miller-the-satori-network-vision/

Apr 30, 2024 โข 25min
Why You Should Join Me at Consensus 2024 โ with Sam Ewen, SVP at CoinDesk | S4 E05
Send us a textSam Ewen is the senior vice president, head of media innovation and experience at CoinDesk, and the driving force behind Consensus, one of the largest and most well-known events in the Web3 space.In our conversation, we explore the exciting lineup of speakers, themes, and experiences that await attendees at the upcoming Consensus event in Austin.The diverse range of topics covered, from the future of money and emerging technologies to brand-building and real-world use casesInsights from industry leaders and innovators, including BMW's head of Metaverse, Adidas' Web3 studio lead, and entrepreneurs like Ben Leventhal of Resy and EaterUnique networking opportunities, including invite-only events, lounges, and interactive experiences like the Karate Combats eventTips for attendees to make the most of the event, from preparing for networking to following up effectively post-eventThe vibrant atmosphere of Austin, with its walkable streets, diverse culinary scene, and lively music cultureThis episode was recorded through a Podcastle call on April 23, 2024. Read the blog article and show notes here: https://webdrie.net/why-you-should-join-me-at-consensus-2024-with-sam-ewan-svp-at-coindesk/