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The Unstoppable Podcast

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61 - The Power of NFT Fractionalization with Benjamin Rameau from Jenny Metaverse DAO

In this episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we’re talking to Benjamin Rameau. He’s the founder of the Jenny Metaverse DAO as well as the founder of Smile Research and a partner at 3Commas Capital.We discuss some of the problems which make NFTs less accessible, and then Benjamin talks about how fractionalization can solve many of these problems.Benjamin tells us about how Jenny Metaverse DAO first got started, and how his first launch was so unique and successful. He also explains how people can join the DAO, and gives his predictions for the next ten years of crypto, DAOs, and NFTs.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Benjamin Rameau, on Twitter and learn more about Jenny Metaverse DAO here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Jul 2, 202134 min

60 - Helping Early-Stage Crypto Projects Succeed with Regan Bozman from Dove Mountain Partners

In this episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we’re talking to Regan Bozman. He is the founder of Dove Mountain Partners and also an investor at Free Company. We speak about how he helps early-stage crypto projects grow.Regan outlines how Dove Mountain Partners started life, and shares some projects they’re working on and problems they’re trying to solve. He also tells us how people can work with Dove Mountain Partners and what kind of projects are the best fit for them.He shares the long-term vision for Dove Mountain, and we also talk about Free Company— what it does, and how it’s different from a traditional VC. Regan shares his thoughts on what the future of VCs will look like and also what the crypto space will look like in 10 years.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can learn more about our guest, Regan Bozman, on his website and learn about Dove Mountain Partners here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Jun 30, 202141 min

59 - Funding Open-Source Software with Crypto, with Scott Moore from Gitcoin

In this episode of The Unstoppable Podcast we’re talking to Scott Moore. He's a co-founder and head of community at Gitcoin, an open-source platform for building public goods and getting paid for it through cryptocurrency.Scott talks about why he and his co-founder Kevin decided to start Gitcoin, and we dive into the advantages of open-source and public goods, and reveal some of the risks. Scott talks about the challenges involved in getting people to pay for public goods and preventing freeloaders from taking advantage of them. We discuss where Gitcoin falls on the spectrum of Web 2.0 and Web 3.0.We also talk about Scott’s experiences launching the GTC coin and Gitcoin DAO, and why they chose to do it. Finally, he shares some of the coolest projects he’s seen built on Gitcoin, and some he’d love to see built.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Scott Moore, on Twitter and learn more about Gitcoin here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Jun 28, 202152 min

58 - How Blockchain is Reshaping Finance with Amadeo Pellicce from Blockchain.com

In this episode of The Unstoppable podcast, we’re talking to Amadeo Pellicce, product manager at Blockchain.com.He talks about how he used sources like Blockchain magazine and conferences to learn more about crypto in the early days, and explains how Blockchain.com works and who is using it.Amadeo shares how he sees the crypto market and Web 3.0 developing in the future, and talks about why crypto prices are so volatile, along with some advice for anyone spooked by recent price fluctuations.We discuss how traditional banking works today compared to how decentralized finance might work in the near future, and Amadeo shares some insights on how decentralized finance could have a significant impact on people in the developing world.We also cover how digital identity could work on Web 3.0, and talk about the future of the decentralized web in general.—You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Amadeo Pellicce, on Twitter and check out Blockchain.com here.—Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Jun 25, 202136 min

57 - Building the Infrastructure for Web 3.0 with Matt Lockyer from NEAR Protocol

In this episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we’re talking to Matt Lockyer. He’s the Director of Developer Relations at NEAR Protocol, an open-source platform that allows people to develop decentralized applications and scale on Ethereum.Matt explains what NEAR Protocol is and how it works, along with the benefits for developers and how NEAR makes it easier to build dApps. We talk about how NEAR works with NFTs, and where Matt sees NFTs going in the long run.We also dive into some related projects like Sputnik DAO and how that works. Matt also shares some plans and predictions for NEAR in the future.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Matt Lockyer, on Twitter and learn more about NEAR Protocol here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Jun 23, 20211h 9m

56 - Transforming DeFi with Interoperable Money Markets, with Alex Melikhov from Equilibrium

In this episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we’re talking to Alex Melikhov, CEO of Equilibrium. Equilibrium is an interoperable or cross-chain money market where users can earn, borrow, lend, raise liquidity and do all kinds of exciting and different things with stable coins.Alex explains how Equilibrium works differently to similar services in traditional finance and we dive into how interoperability (operating across chains) works with Equilibrium, and why it’s so important.We discuss some of the platform’s other features like para chains and talk about who is using the platform right now. Alex shares some of the challenges involved with educating new users and how the team overcomes them, and we finish by discussing what’s coming in the next few years for Equilibrium and blockchain in general.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can learn more about Equilibrium and everything they are doing here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Jun 21, 202130 min

55- Growing a Music Audience on Web 3.0 with Wuki

On today’s episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we’re talking to Wuki. He's a Grammy-nominated producer and remixer who is also deep in the crypto space.Wuki talks about how he got into music and his background there, and his early experiences investing in crypto. He shares why he thinks Web 3.0 is good for musicians and other creatives, and talks about how he created his own social token and whether all musicians and artists will be able to do that in the future.We discuss how tools and platforms like Audius are good for musicians, and how Wuki feels about NFTs. He also shares his advice for musicians and people in general getting into the space.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Wuki, on Instagram and Twitter.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Jun 18, 202138 min

54- Building a More Open Web 3.0 with Danny Zuckerman from 3Box Labs

In this episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we’re talking to Danny Zuckerman. He's a co-founder at 3Box Labs, a company that's working towards advancing a more open web by breaking down data silos and putting users in control of their identity.Danny talks about his experiences getting into blockchain from his background in political philosophy, along with how he got the idea for 3Box Labs and the initial problems he was trying to solve. We also discuss the importance of identity as we build out Web 3.0, and how 3Box Labs has evolved over time.We talk about the notion of someday being able to carry your digital identity around wherever you go online, and how this will work in the future. Danny shares some insight about what the current 3Box community looks like and how it might grow.Finally, Danny dives into some other topics, like the notion of composable communities. We also discuss the book he co-authored with his mom about rediscovering ourselves after a stroke.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Danny Zuckerman, on Twitter, and learn more about 3Box Labs here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Jun 16, 202151 min

53- Building a Meaningful Decentralized Community with cryptowanderer from Kernel

In today’s episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we’re talking to cryptowanderer from Kernel, a peer-to-peer, open-source network for people interested in blockchain, aimed at building a community and educating. cryptowanderer talks about his experience being introduced to blockchain by his father, and we dive into what Kernel is, how it works, and the genesis story behind the platform.We talk about why cryptowanderer decided to make Kernel open source, how he decided on the curriculum for Kernel and what topics to prioritize, and the ideal kind of community he would like to build and grow.cryptowanderer explains how people can apply to join the platform, and we chat about his other projects like DApps and EthBlockArt.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, cryptowanderer, on Twitter and learn more about Kernel here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Jun 14, 20211h 2m

52 - The Exciting Potential of Fractional NFT Ownership with Leia Fisher from Unicly

In this episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we’re talking to Leia from Unicly, a protocol to combine, fractionalize, and trade NFTs.We talk to Leia about her experience navigating the NFT learning curve, how she came up with the idea for Unicly, and what problems she aims to solve with the platform.We dive into the concept of fractionalized NFTs and how this makes it easier for newcomers to join the space, and Leia explains how you can create a token and sell an NFT on Unicly.Leia also explains how a community-governed platform like Unicly actually works in practice, and why they chose to take the fair launch route instead of pre-sale investment. We talk about how the platform works for people totally new to the space, and finish with some predictions about the future of NFTs and DeFi.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Leia Fisher, on Twitter and learn more about Unicly here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Jun 11, 202137 min

51 - Gamifying Crypto-Economics with Jerome de Tychey from Cometh

In this episode of the Unstoppable podcast, we’re talking to Jerome de Tychey. He is the founder of Cometh, a new blockchain-based game. He’s also the global head of client success at Ledger, president at Ethereum France, associate professor at the National Conservatory of Arts in France, and a former blockchain tech lead at ConsenSys.Jerome talks about how his background in economics led him into crypto and explains how Cometh started and what inspired the idea.We talk about how the game works, how new players can get started, and some of its coolest features. Jerome explains who is currently using the platform and how the user base has changed as NFTs have exploded in popularity.We talk about some exciting upcoming partnerships and future plans, and where the blockchain gaming space will be in 10 years.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Jerome de Tychey, on Twitter and check out Cometh here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Jun 9, 202155 min

50 - How DAOs are Changing Business with Simon from Index Coop

In this episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we’re talking to Simon from Index Coop, a DAO focused on building and governing crypto indexes. In this fascinating discussion, we dive into the advantages of DAOs, what they offer over traditional companies, and Simon’s own experiences with Index Coop.Simon talks about his journey from the US Marines to the world of crypto and explains what Index Coop is and how it works. We talk about how DAOs are different from traditional, centralized organizations, and go through some of the main advantages of forming a DAO such as speed and scalability.We also cover some of the career paths in DAOs, and whether this will develop into a popular option for young graduates in the near future.Simon also answers questions about the community in Index Coop, what a typical day and week looks like for him, and what the future holds for this DAO and others.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow Simon on Twitter and learn more about Index Coop here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Jun 7, 202153 min

49 - What Happens to the US Dollar When Crypto Takes Over?

In this episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, Matthew talks about how crypto will work alongside the US Dollar in the future—and if it will ever replace it.He talks about how the US Dollar became the world’s most popular currency for trading, and explores some of the factors that cause a national currency to become more or less powerful, including what could cause the USD to weaken over time.We discuss some of the problems with the dollar that crypto could potentially solve, and talk about how the US economy could begin to integrate with crypto.Matthew explains how adopting crypto could help the US strengthen and maintain its position in the global financial order. We also share some ideas about how people could be using crypto in their everyday lives in the near future.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Jun 4, 202121 min

48 - Making DAOs Legal with Aaron Wright from OpenLaw

In this episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we’re talking to Aaron Wright. He's the co-founder of OpenLaw and other projects like The LAO and Flamingo DAO. He's also a law professor at Cardozo School of Law.We talk to Aaron about his work with law and blockchain, what DAOs are and how they work within the blockchain ecosystem. Aaron explains how OpenLaw started and how it works to create legal agreements that work within Ethereum, and how people can use OpenLaw to form an LLC or a DAO of their own.We discuss whether smart contracts will replace lawyers any time soon, and how OpenLaw will be used in the future. Will major law firms adopt this technology?Aaron also talks in-depth about some of the different DAOs he’s involved in, including The LAO, Flamingo DAO, and Neptune DAO. We finish by discussing how DAOs might play a role in our lives and societies in the coming years.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Aaron Wright, on Twitter. You can also learn more about OpenLaw, The LAO, Flamingo DAO, and Neptune DAO.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Jun 2, 202152 min

47 - Helping Developers Build Decentralized Apps with Yaniv Tal from The Graph

In this episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we’re talking to Yaniv Tal. He’s the co-founder of The Graph, an indexing protocol for blockchain that allows decentralized applications to have open APIs.Yaniv talks about how he became enamored with the idea of building decentralized applications and protocols to help people cooperate, and he tells the story behind The Graph and how it works. We discuss the technical details of The Graph, such as how the node network works.Yaniv also shares some use cases that have been made possible by The Graph, like NFT galleries on Unstoppable Domains and a whole host of decentralized applications that are using the technology.Finally, we talk about how Web 3.0 in general is going to transform our lives in the coming years.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Yaniv Tal, on Twitter and learn more about The Graph here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Jun 1, 202145 min

46 - Building a Digital Fashion Marketplace with Emma-Jane MacKinnon-Lee from DIGITALAX

In this episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we’re talking to Emma-Jane MacKinnon-Lee. She is the founder and CEO of DIGITALAX, the first digital fashion project on Ethereum.Emma-Jane talks about her background and how she gained experience with blockchain and crypto while working for a hedge fund based in Australia and Dubai. She talks about DIGITALAX and how it works, and how fashion designers can get involved.We discuss digital fashion as an industry, how it could evolve over the next few years, and how it might impact our everyday lives in different ways.Emma-Jane tells us who is using DIGITALAX so far and what the user base looks like today. We discuss NFTs, how they fit into digital fashion, and where the NFT space as a whole is headed in the coming years.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Emma-Jane MacKinnon-Lee, on Twitter and learn more about DIGITALAX including their Discord channel here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

May 28, 202155 min

45 - Fixing the Global Financial System With Crypto

On today’s episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we’re talking to Matthew Gould, the CEO and Founder at Unstoppable Domains. We’re discussing how crypto can be used to fix the global financial system.We cover topics like the definition of money, and what it is used for. Matthew talks about how gold was the original currency, and why and when the US switched from gold to fiat currency (the US dollar). We discuss the pros and cons of gold and fiat money.Matthew also explains some of the problems with fiat money, like how labor productivity has increased at a far greater rate than wages over the last few decades. We discuss inflation, why it happens, and if it will ever stop.Finally, Matthew talks about how crypto can solve many of the problems with fiat money, how it fits into the issue of productivity and wages, and what the future holds.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

May 26, 202136 min

44 - Making NFT Investment Mainstream with Andrew Steinwold from Sfermion

On today’s episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we’re talking to Andrew Steinwold. He is the managing partner at Sfermion and a podcast host and content creator at Zima Red. He’s here to share his NFT knowledge and talk about the future of this technology.Andrew tells us about his early experiences with crypto and how living in Dubai made him aware of possibilities such as international transfers. He reveals how he started learning and gaining experience with NFTs, and how he would explain the concept to beginners.We discuss where the value of NFTs comes from and the best ways to bring NFTs into the mainstream and persuade people of their value. Andrew talks about how Sfermion works to help people invest in NFTs safely and successfully, and shares what he thinks are going to be the next big things in the NFT space—like the possibility of combining NFTs with AI and VR.Andrew gives some ideas about ways to speed up the mainstream acceptance of NFTs, and tells us all about Zima Red and how they share content about all things related to the subject.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Andrew Steinwold, on Twitter, check out Sfermion here, and learn more about Zima Red here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

May 24, 202156 min

43 - Making DeFi Available to Everyone with DeFi Dad

On today’s episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we’re talking to DeFi Dad, chief DeFi officer at Zapper.fi and the host of Yield TV, about his various projects and the decentralized finance space in general.DeFi Dad tells us about his introduction to crypto and how he transitioned from Silicon Valley tech to decentralized finance. He gives a breakdown of Zapper’s main features and how they work, along with how the platform allows users to easily track and manage all their DeFi assets from one dashboard.We discuss Zapper’s current user base, and DeFi Dad shares his thoughts on where he thinks DeFi is headed over the next few years. We talk about some exciting emerging trends and what the near future could hold for Zapper.DeFi Dad tells us about Yield TV — a YouTube channel for learning about DeFi —, about his work as an investor, and how he decides which projects to invest in.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, DeFi Dad, on Twitter and learn more about Zapper here.—Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

May 21, 20211h 18m

42 - Using NFTs as Collateral with Stephen Young from NFTfi

In this episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we’re talking to Stephen Young, the founder and CEO at NFTfi, a peer-to-peer marketplace for collateralized NFT loans.Stephen talks about how he got into crypto, and how he initially used the technology as a way of getting around international currency fluctuations and exchange rates. He shares how he would explain decentralized finance to beginners, and how he came up with the idea of combining NFTs and DeFi.We talk about how NFTfi works and how users can get a loan or loan an NFT of their own. Stephen also explains how people have been using the platform so far and answers some questions from Twitter, like one, for example, asking if NFT shards will be lendable.Stephen tells us who is using the platform right now, and shares his thoughts on what the future holds for the platform and NFTs in general.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Stephen Young, on Twitter and learn more about NFTfi here.—Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

May 19, 202136 min

41 - Building Better Communities with DeFi, with Niran Babalola from Panvala

On today’s episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we’re talking to Niran Babalola, founder at Panvala, a donation matching fund for communities that runs on its own cryptocurrency.We talk to Niran about his first experiences with crypto and early days as a volunteer for the Augur project, and how resources like the ETH documentation and Buterin’s early blog posts helped him get a handle on the tech before there was much content around it.We discuss how DeFi will affect community life now and in the future, and how the idea for Panvala came about. Niran explains how the communities within Panvala work, how people can get involved, and how Panvala will reach out to mainstream users to grow.We also talk about how the crypto space could build more communities in the coming years, and how donation matching projects can help the decentralized community make a real-world impact.—You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Niran Babalola, on Twitter and learn more about Panvala on their website.—Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so we can keep producing awesome content for you - and you won't miss an episode. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

May 17, 202149 min

40 - The Fascinating Potential of Decentralized Interest with Marc Zeller from Aave

In this episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we’re talking to Marc Zeller. He’s the integrations lead at Aave, an open source and non-custodial liquidity protocol.We talk to Marc about some of his earlier projects and forays into the blockchain space. He also shares some of the specific YouTube channels he thinks are especially valuable to crypto newcomers.We discuss the questions, “What is Aave?” And what is “an open-source and non-custodial liquidity protocol for earning interest on deposits and borrowing assets”? Marc digs into this and fleshes out what the project is doing, and who it’s helping.Marc also explains how Aave is different from other DeFi protocols and explores some of the platform’s interesting features, like the ability to switch between stable and variable interest rates. He also covers the different types of collateral Aave uses and the different tokens involved and their uses.We discuss how Aave was able to significantly reduce its transaction fees, and where Marc sees the DeFi space heading over the next few years.—You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Marc Zeller, on Twitter, join Aave on Discord, or visit their website.—Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

May 14, 20211h 2m

39 - Introducing Interest-bearing Tokens with Ben Lakoff from Charged Particles

In this episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we’re talking to Ben Lakoff, the co-founder of Charged Particles — a brand new protocol allowing users to deposit any ERC token into any NFT. He’s also the host of the Alt Asset Allocation podcast.We talk to Ben about his transition from corporate finance into decentralized finance, and the resources that helped him including books, newsletters, and podcasts. He talks about how Charged Particles got started and how people can start using it with some real-life examples.Ben digs a little deeper into some of the Charged Particles features like programmable yield. He talks about some upcoming changes to the platform, and shares his thoughts on where the decentralized space is headed over the next ten years.Ben also discusses his experiences in forming a DAO, and how that worked.—You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Ben Lakoff, on Twitter and LinkedIn, and visit the Charged Particles website.—Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

May 12, 202151 min

38 - Bringing Crypto to YouTube with Girl Gone Crypto

In this episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we’re talking to Lea Thompson, otherwise known as Girl Gone Crypto. She is a blockchain content creator on YouTube.We spoke to Lea about how she got started in the world of crypto from working in the tech industry, and how she launched her YouTube channel and continues to grow it. She talks about how her channel works, and how people can find what they’re looking for.Lea shares how she comes up with new ideas for video content and plans videos, and talks about her experience being a woman in a traditionally male-dominated space, revealing some of the main lessons she’s learned along the way.—You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Lea Thompson (Girl Gone Crypto) on Twitter, Instagram, and check out her YouTube channel here.—Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

May 10, 202144 min

37 - Creating a Cryptocurrency for the Black Community with Tavonia Evans from Guapcoin

We discuss what got Tavonia interested in crypto in the first place, the resources she started with, and what she sees as some of the biggest roadblocks preventing the mass adoption of crypto.Tavonia explains why she created Guapcoin, what the process of launching her own cryptocurrency was like, and what a culture-based or community-based cryptocurrency is all about.We cover which companies are accepting Guapcoin, the challenges involved in launching your own blockchain, and what’s coming in the future.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Tavonia Evans, on Twitter and Instagram, and learn more about Guapcoin here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

May 7, 202153 min

36 - NFTs and Social Networking with Alex Masmej from Showtime

We talk to Alex about his background, how he got into crypto, and the resources he recommends for beginners. We also cover what he views as the biggest barriers to mass adoption of crypto and NFTs.We talk about some of his other projects like Rocket, a way to get loans for NFTs, and how he got started with Showtime. Alex explains how Showtime works, who is currently using it, and who might use it in the future.What does the future hold for NFTs, and will it be limited to digital art? Alex shares his thoughts on where this space is headed, and what’s in store for Showtime in particular. We finish with a chat about how social tokens could work for content creators.—You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Alex Masmej, on Twitter, and check out Showtime here.— Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

May 5, 202144 min

35 - How DeFi Helps Marginalized Communities with Isaiah Jackson, Author of Bitcoin & Black America

We talk about how he got into the blockchain space, and how he used resources like the Bitcoin whitepaper, a range of websites and forums, and YouTube to learn as much as possible about the technology. We also cover crypto regulation in the US and what it means for widespread adoption of crypto.Isaiah talks about his book and what inspired him to write it. He explains why the traditional finance system in the US doesn’t serve the black and brown community, and how decentralized finance can help solve some of these deep-set issues.We discuss how decentralized finance still needs to change to solve these social problems, and how projects like Blackchain are helping. Finally, Isaiah shares some ways that members of the black community can start getting involved in crypto today.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Isaiah Jackson on Twitter and purchase his book here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

May 3, 202151 min

34 - An Introduction to EIPs with Tim Beiko from the Ethereum Foundation

We begin by talking about how he got started in the world of blockchain and what resources he would recommend for newcomers to the field. Tim talks about DAOs, where they came from, and where they are now. We also discuss the opportunities for non-technical people to get involved in blockchain.We cover proof of work and proof of stake — what are the differences between these two concepts, and what advantages and disadvantages does each approach have? Tim also explains what the Ethereum Foundation is, and what core devs it’s responsible for, along with what the future holds for Ethereum.Tim also talks about EIPs, why they’re important, and how they work in the context of Ethereum’s blockchain.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Tim Beiko, on Twitter and Linkedin, and check out the Ethereum Foundation here.—Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Apr 30, 202152 min

33 - Decentralized Internet Browsers with Cuautemoc Weber from Opera

The Opera browser serves around 380 million users worldwide and has been running for more than 25 years. Recently, they made it possible for users to access decentralized websites directly from the browser on desktop, Android, or iOS.We talk to Temoc about why Opera decided to start focusing on crypto, and how the browser now makes it easier to do things like buying CryptoKitties. We go over some of the features being integrated into the browser like chat and music, and how these work.Temoc explains who is using Opera today and whether he thinks that will change in the future. We also cover the topic of privacy, how Opera ensures safety for its users, and how that will continue as the browser embraces decentralization.We discuss Opera’s plans for marketing the platform to crypto natives, and how other browsers are likely to change to adapt to decentralized technology in the near future. We finish with Temoc's personal experiences with blockchain and his opinions on the space as a whole.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Temoc Weber, on LinkedIn, and check out Opera browser here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so we can keep producing awesome content for you - and you won't miss an episode. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Apr 28, 202145 min

32 - Finding Beauty in Crypto with David Sun from Proof of Beauty

David talks about his experience with CryptoKitties and how this sparked his passion for crypto by bringing an artistic element to the space. He also shares how he would explain crypto to his Grandma.We discuss Proof of Beauty and how it works to turn ‘boring’ transaction data into art. David also shares his thoughts on what the future holds for Proof of Beauty and the community he’s building, along with what’s in store for NFTs in general.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, David Sun, on Twitter and learn more about the Proof of Beauty concept here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Apr 26, 20211h 0m

31 - Bridging the Gap Between Art and Crypto with pplpleasr

We talk about how long she’s been making art, and what led her into the world of crypto. She tells us how she learned about blockchain and NFTs, and how she started bridging the gap between art and crypto.Pplpleasr shares her go-to resources for learning about crypto, NFTs, and decentralized finance, and talks about how her collaboration with Uniswap started. She also shares her insights on the value of NFTs for creators and in general, and talks about her experience creating an NFT, selling it, and donating the proceeds to charity.You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, pplpleasr, on Twitter and Instagram, and check out her Foundation page here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Apr 23, 202143 min

30 - Push Notifications for Crypto with Harsh Rajat from EPNS

Harsh tells us how he first got into crypto, and shares some advice for newcomers to the blockchain space. He also explains what he thinks are the current major issues preventing mass adoption of crypto.We discuss EPNS and what is it designed for, how push notifications would work with crypto, and some of the different use cases here. Harsh talks about what the future holds for EPNS and when people will be able to start using the service. We finish with some predictions about where the entire blockchain space could be in 10 years.—You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Harsh Rajat on Twitter and learn more about EPNS here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Apr 21, 202142 min

29 - Education and Organization for Ethereum with Pooja Ranjan from Ethereum Cat Herders

We talk about EtherWorld, how it came about, and what its goals are. Pooja explains who the project is aimed at and how it fits into the overall vision of blockchain and Ethereum as a whole. We also discuss Ethereum Cat Herders, how it got started, what it does today, and why it’s so important.Pooja talks about EIPs and how they work, along with some problems and challenges they’re facing. And we talk about some of Pooja’s other projects and what’s in store for the future.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Pooja Ranjan, on Twitter and check out EtherWorld here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Apr 19, 202144 min

28 - Bringing NFTs to the Masses with Brian Flynn from RabbitHole

In this episode of The Unstoppable Podcast, we’re talking to Brian Flynn. He’s the founder of RabbitHole, a company that lets you earn crypto by learning how to use the latest and most popular crypto apps.We talk to Brian about how he first became interested in crypto and NFTs, the challenges standing in the way of widespread NFT adoption, and how he’d explain the concept of NFTs to newcomers.Brian explains what RabbitHole is, how it works, who is using it, and how long he thinks it will be until everyone is using it. We also discuss what’s coming in the next ten years, for RabbitHole as well as for the decentralized space as a whole.We also discuss the many ways NFTs and social tokens could change the way we interact online and how ads work.—You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Brian Flynn, on Twitter and LinkedIn, and check out RabbitHole here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Apr 15, 202154 min

27 - NFTs and Digital Asset Ownership with Yat Siu from Animoca Brands

He talks about how he got involved in crypto and NFTs, and what things were like in the early days of NFTs with projects like Crypto Kitties. He gives a basic explanation of NFTs and how they work, and also talks about how he started learning about NFTs. He also gives suggestions for how newcomers could start learning, too.We discuss the importance of digital ownership in a world where people increasingly live their lives in virtual worlds. Yat talks about NFTs in gaming and how Animoca Brands have used them.Finally, Yat shares his thoughts about what the future holds for Animoca and for NFTs in general.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Yat Siu, on Twitter and LinkedIn, and check out Animoca Brands here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Apr 12, 202150 min

26 - Discussing the NFT Movement with Duncan Cock Foster from Nifty Gateway

We talk about how Duncan got into crypto and the resources he recommends. We also delve how he got into NFTs and started learning about this concept specifically.Duncan explains why NFTs are so valuable, why people are paying so much for them, and some of the barriers standing in the way of people buying NFTs and understanding the overall space.He talks about what makes Nifty Gateway different from other companies selling NFT and how the platform works. We also discuss what people can do to onboard themselves to NFTs more easily.We also cover the question of whether NFTs are a bubble, and if it will ever burst. We finish off by discussing how NFTs could be a gateway into crypto for the masses, the future of NFTs and Nifty Gateway.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Duncan Cock Foster, on Twitter and LinkedIn, and check out Nifty Gateway here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Apr 8, 202138 min

25 - The Importance of Proof of Stake with Raul Jordan from Prysmatic Labs

We begin with how Raul got into blockchain, the resources he recommends for beginners, and what he thinks are the biggest roadblocks to the widespread adoption of crypto and blockchain.We then move onto proof of stake — what is it, who is using it, and how does it play into the overall scalability challenges facing blockchains and crypto projects today?Raul explains how proof of stake works, how it fits into the bigger picture of blockchain technology, and why it’s so important. We talk about the need to secure and protect decentralized networks and avoid monopolies, and finish off by talking about NFTs and where Raul thinks this space is headed in the future.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Raul Jordan, on Twitter and LinkedIn, and check out Prysmatic Labs here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Apr 5, 202148 min

24 - Building Private Decentralized Networks with Jay Graber

We talk about what drew Jay to the blockchain space and what she thinks is keeping more people from joining. We also discuss her work with Zcash — a privacy-focused cryptocurrency that adds encryption to transactions.Jay talks about the importance of privacy in crypto networks and some of the potential dangers of blockchain when it comes to public transaction records. We discuss whether developers have a responsibility to bake privacy into protocols, and the importance of zero-knowledge proofs for building private decentralized networks.Jay also covers her work with Twitter’s Blue Sky Project. We talk about the problems with social media platforms today, if social media will decentralize, and what that might look like.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Jay Graber, on Twitter and LinkedIn, and check out Happening here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Apr 1, 202145 min

23 - Blockchain and the Gaming Industry with Philippe Castonguay from Horizon Games

We talk about his experiences getting started with blockchain technology and some of the resources he recommends to newcomers.Philippe talks about the main barriers to the widespread adoption of crypto and blockchain, and we cover blockchain-based games, what makes them special, and what the future holds for this specific industry.We cover ideas like in-game asset ownership and how blockchain has impacted this, along with some of the challenges for the blockchain games industry. Philippe explains how Horizon is solving many of these problems. He also talks about some of their own specific challenges and gives some predictions for what will happen in the next ten years with blockchain scaling.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Philippe Castonguay, on Twitter, and check out Horizon here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Mar 29, 202145 min

22 - The Bridge Between Wall Street and Crypto with David Grider from Fundstrat

We talk to David about how he got into crypto and what resources he recommends for beginners. David explains what Fundstrat does and why he sees them as the bridge between Wall Street and crypto, along with what kind of clients they’re serving, and who might be interested in crypto investment.We also discuss the future — where David thinks the crypto space will be in ten years, the future for Web 3.0, and emerging topics like edge blockchains and the ability for Web 3.0 to challenge things like the hegemony of big cloud companies.David also gives his views on crypto price volatility and how regulation could affect crypto both right now and in the future.—You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, David Grider, on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Fundstrat here.—Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so we can keep producing awesome content for you - and you won't miss an episode. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Mar 25, 202143 min

21 - Blockchain and the Music Industry with Cooper Turley from Audius

Cooper talks about how he learned about decentralized technology and gives recommendations for resources and social media channels to follow. We discuss the barriers to the widespread adoption of crypto and use cases for crypto and blockchain in the music industry.We talk about Audius, a streaming platform that uses decentralization to put power back in the hands of music artists. Cooper explains who is currently using the platform, along with plans for the future.He talks about NFTs and how they work with the music industry, along with some other exciting trends in the near future — like fractional ownership — and what they mean for new artists and the industry as a whole.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Cooper Turley, on Twitter and LinkedIn, and check out Audius here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Mar 22, 202138 min

20 - Scaling Public Blockchains - State of the Art Layer 2 Solutions

In the last two installments of this series, we talked about the problems facing blockchain projects when it comes to scaling to a global level. We talked about gas prices, transaction fees, and some of the solutions currently being tried.In this episode, we’re diving a little deeper into some of the current state-of-the-art solutions to blockchain scaling challenges. Today we’re talking about Plasma, optimistic roll-ups, ZK roll-ups, and Validium.We cover the pros and cons of each and talk about some common topics like whether or not to use on-chain cryptographic verification and on-chain data availability.--You can follow Braden on LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Mar 18, 202130 min

19 - An Introduction to Decentralized Finance with Camila Russo from The Defiant

We talk about how Camila originally got interested in crypto and some of her best resources for learning more about it. We cover her time in Argentina, and how the volatility of Argentina’s currency and markets make it a great real-life use case for crypto.We also discuss Camila’s book, The Infinite Machine, and what prompted her to write it, along with how she started The Defiant newsletter and how it grew. Camila talks about what’s new for The Defiant in 2021, and we touch on The Defiant podcast and some of its guests, like Mark Cuban.We finish off with Camila’s thoughts on NFTs and what the future holds for them, along with what she thinks about Layer 2 (L2) scaling and its potential to change the blockchain space.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Camila Russo, on Twitter and LinkedIn, and check out The Defiant here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so we can keep producing awesome content for you - and you won't miss an episode. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Mar 15, 202142 min

18 - Scaling Public Blockchains — Challenges and Solutions

How to scale blockchains so they can support ever greater numbers of transactions and functions without being crippled by huge fees and wait times has always been a big question in the blockchain space.Matthew introduces some of the current problems like gas prices, and talks about how we might be able to scale blockchains without costs spiraling out of control. He also explains some concepts like zero-knowledge proofs, the Nakamoto consensus, and smart contract blockchains — and how all three of these have combined to make modern-day decentralization possible.Some other ideas we touch on include state channels — a way to perform a lot more transactions while storing a lot less data, and side chains — a way to avoid high transaction fees or long waiting times when doing a lot of transactions. We also talk about some of the potential problems involved.—You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.—Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so we can keep producing awesome content for you – and you won't miss an episode. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Mar 11, 202132 min

17 - Crypto's Legal Challenges with Dave Rodman from the Rodman Law Group

Dave starts by talking about some of the resources he would recommend for newcomers to learn more about crypto and its legality, and some of the biggest challenges he sees to the widespread adoption of crypto and blockchain.We cover some of the current issues with traditional fiat money and why decentralized finance offers such an exciting alternative to this. We cover the legal market for blockchain and crypto attorneys right now and some of the most common legal issues facing the space, like securities regulations and how they relate to cryptocurrencies.Dave talks about how he thinks privacy could be protected on a decentralized web. We also dive into the issue of how we could police hate speech and other nefarious or illegal activity on Web 3.0.—You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Dave Rodman, on LinkedIn, and learn more about Rodman Law Group here.—Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so we can keep producing awesome content for you – and you won't miss an episode. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Mar 8, 202147 min

16 - Understanding the Scalability Issue of Blockchain

In this episode of the Unstoppable Podcast, Matthew Gould outlines the problems surrounding blockchain scaling and introduces an overview of the history of solutions. How do we improve the way we build on the blockchain so our networks can handle more activity and more transactions while supporting a wider range of activities?Matthew explains the difference between Ethereum and Bitcoin in this context and covers some common concepts like smart contracts and gas prices. He also talks about some of the advantages Ethereum has over Bitcoin when it comes to things like building apps and software functionality.We also discuss some of the key challenges involved in building and scaling on the blockchain, why they exist, and some of the different types of solutions we can employ now and in the future.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Mar 4, 202132 min

15 - Building a Freer World on Blockchain with Tim Draper

We talk to Tim about the value and importance of cryptocurrency, for example in areas like allowing safe cross-border transactions to developing countries with unpredictable political situations and unstable currencies.Tim talks about some of the resistance to crypto and why this exists, and also discusses his (accurate) predictions for Bitcoin’s price increases in the past and gives an (EXCLUSIVE) prediction for where Bitcoin will reach its market cap.We cover some of the ideas and developments in the crypto space that Tim finds particularly exciting, and the implications of decentralized tech and bitcoin for the world and freedom as a whole. Some topics we touch on include the Estonian e-residency visa and the importance of freedom and trust to successful economies and societies.We finish by asking Tim which Fortune 500 company he thinks will be next to add Bitcoin to their balance sheet.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, Brad on LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Tim Draper, on Twitter and LinkedIn, and check out his portfolio of companies here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Mar 1, 202132 min

14 - Introducing Web 3.0 with Mason Nystrom from Messari

Web 3.0 is a commonly heard term in the blockchain space, but is it just a buzzword or something more? What does the concept actually mean, and how does it tie into decentralization and blockchain?Mason talks about how the current internet started, what Web 3.0 is, and why it matters. We cover the differences between the internet as we know it today, and what Web 3.0 will be capable of.We also talk about some of the challenges standing in the way of Web 3.0 and the technologies that underpin it, like blockchain. Mason introduces some real-life applications and use cases for Web 3.0, including what it means for content creators and the sharing of information compared to the current system using platforms like Instagram and YouTube.We finish by asking Mason about what the future holds for Web 3.0 and discussing some new and exciting plans for Messari.—You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Mason Nystrom, on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Messari here.—Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so we can keep producing awesome content for you – and you won't miss an episode. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Feb 26, 202145 min

13 - Banking on the Blockchain with Calvin Liu from Compound

Calvin talks about some of the obstacles that have stood in the way of widespread adoption of crypto, like tight-knit, exclusive communities, confusing language, and lack of accessible education.He explains how Compound is building a bank on Ethereum that does everything a traditional bank on the high street would do. We cover who is using Compound right now, how the technology works, and what makes it different from a traditional bank.Calvin talks about the idea of challenger banks - new online banks that are disrupting this ancient industry and offering a new take on how we manage and store our money. What does the future look like for this concept and what are some of the challenges facing it?Finally, Calvin shares about some of the exciting developments ahead for Compound in the near future.—You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.You can follow our guest, Calvin Liu, on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Compound here.—Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so we can keep producing awesome content for you – and you won't miss an episode. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Feb 22, 202145 min

12 - What is a Digital Token?

What is a digital token? This is one element of blockchain technology that has been a major source of interest and excitement, but it’s also a concept that can be confusing for newcomers to the space.One interesting use case for tokens is non-fungible tokens, or NFTs, which have a range of applications, from collecting digital assets to trading real-world items on the blockchain. Matthew explains how NFTs work and their possible uses.We finish by covering some controversial points around digital tokens, like major tech companies adopting their own tokens. And we talk about the future for digital tokens and how they will fit into the overall adoption of decentralized technology.--You can follow Matthew on Twitter and LinkedIn, Diana on Twitter and LinkedIn, and learn more about Unstoppable Domains and our work here.--Don’t forget to rate, download, and subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss an episode and we can keep producing awesome content for you. Check out $5 .com Fridays and $5.52 .com transfers for up to $2000 in discounts. Only at https://unstoppabledomains.com

Feb 18, 202128 min