Gen C en CoinDesk Generation Crypto is focused on how brands and marketers are exploring and building in the Web3 ecosystem to experiment in and potentially transform their businesses. Each week, our hosts Avery Akkineni of Vayner 3 and Sam Ewen from CoinDesk, will dive into how Fortune 500 brands and new start-ups alike are coming to the blockchain and utilizing new technologies, the creator economy and rewriting fandom/ownership to generate attention, gain customers and create value for their bottom line and those of their communities. https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/0efd7894-7df4-11f0-8b05-bb0351adff5e/image/529f81a481b2f5c03f7411221629f04f.jpeg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress Gen C no episodic CoinDesk Generation Crypto is focused on how brands and marketers are exploring and building in the Web3 ecosystem to experiment in and potentially transform their businesses. Each week, our hosts Avery Akkineni of Vayner 3 and Sam Ewen from CoinDesk, will dive into how Fortune 500 brands and new start-ups alike are coming to the blockchain and utilizing new technologies, the creator economy and rewriting fandom/ownership to generate attention, gain customers and create value for their bottom line and those of their communities. Generation Crypto is focused on how brands and marketers are exploring and building in the Web3 ecosystem to experiment in and potentially transform their businesses. Each week, our hosts Avery Akkineni of Vayner 3 and Sam Ewen from CoinDesk, will dive into how Fortune 500 brands and new start-ups alike are coming to the blockchain and utilizing new technologies, the creator economy and rewriting fandom/ownership to generate attention, gain customers and create value for their bottom line and those of their communities.

]]> CoinDesk victor.chen@coindesk.com Stellar Development Foundation’s CMO on Why Stablecoins Are the Gateway to Tokenizing Everything Unpacking the long-game philosophy of SDF's new CMO. Jason Karsh, the new CMO of Stellar Development Foundation, has built his career moving through some of tech and crypto's most formative companies, from Google to Coinbase to Block, and he's bringing his long-game philosophy to one of the industry's oldest and most quietly consequential blockchains. In this episode of Gen C, Sam sits down with Jason to talk about why crypto keeps leading with the wrong message, how Stellar went from $500M to $2B in real-world assets in a single year, and why a "get rich slow" approach might be the most radical marketing strategy in Web3. Links mentioned from the podcast: Jason’s Twitter: https://x.com/jasonkarsh Stellar Development Foundation Website: https://stellar.org/ From our sponsor: Check out CoinDesk’s latest research report on privacy in the age of scale, commissioned by GenZcash: https://www.coindesk.com/research/encryption-supremacy-zcash-and-privacy-in-the-age-of-scale Timestamps: 00:00 Unlocking Idle Assets 00:38 Meet Stellar Development Foundation CMO 02:26 From Google to Crypto 04:00 Crypto Branding Reality 07:46 SDF Focus and Timing 10:51 Making Stablecoins Click 13:02 One Voice Many Audiences 15:20 Get Rich Slow Marketing 19:04 Founders as Storytellers 22:19 RWA Growth on SDF 24:56 Stablecoins vs Tokenization 26:17 Next 100M Humans or Agents 28:05 Final Thoughts - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:10:00 -0000 full CoinDesk Unpacking the long-game philosophy of SDF's new CMO. Jason Karsh, the new CMO of Stellar Development Foundation, has built his career moving through some of tech and crypto's most formative companies, from Google to Coinbase to Block, and he's bringing his long-game philosophy to one of the industry's oldest and most quietly consequential blockchains. In this episode of Gen C, Sam sits down with Jason to talk about why crypto keeps leading with the wrong message, how Stellar went from $500M to $2B in real-world assets in a single year, and why a "get rich slow" approach might be the most radical marketing strategy in Web3. Links mentioned from the podcast: Jason’s Twitter: https://x.com/jasonkarsh Stellar Development Foundation Website: https://stellar.org/ From our sponsor: Check out CoinDesk’s latest research report on privacy in the age of scale, commissioned by GenZcash: https://www.coindesk.com/research/encryption-supremacy-zcash-and-privacy-in-the-age-of-scale Timestamps: 00:00 Unlocking Idle Assets 00:38 Meet Stellar Development Foundation CMO 02:26 From Google to Crypto 04:00 Crypto Branding Reality 07:46 SDF Focus and Timing 10:51 Making Stablecoins Click 13:02 One Voice Many Audiences 15:20 Get Rich Slow Marketing 19:04 Founders as Storytellers 22:19 RWA Growth on SDF 24:56 Stablecoins vs Tokenization 26:17 Next 100M Humans or Agents 28:05 Final Thoughts - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Unpacking the long-game philosophy of SDF's new CMO.

Jason Karsh, the new CMO of Stellar Development Foundation, has built his career moving through some of tech and crypto's most formative companies, from Google to Coinbase to Block, and he's bringing his long-game philosophy to one of the industry's oldest and most quietly consequential blockchains. In this episode of Gen C, Sam sits down with Jason to talk about why crypto keeps leading with the wrong message, how Stellar went from $500M to $2B in real-world assets in a single year, and why a "get rich slow" approach might be the most radical marketing strategy in Web3. Links mentioned from the podcast: Jason’s Twitter: https://x.com/jasonkarsh Stellar Development Foundation Website: https://stellar.org/ From our sponsor: Check out CoinDesk’s latest research report on privacy in the age of scale, commissioned by GenZcash: https://www.coindesk.com/research/encryption-supremacy-zcash-and-privacy-in-the-age-of-scale Timestamps: 00:00 Unlocking Idle Assets 00:38 Meet Stellar Development Foundation CMO 02:26 From Google to Crypto 04:00 Crypto Branding Reality 07:46 SDF Focus and Timing 10:51 Making Stablecoins Click 13:02 One Voice Many Audiences 15:20 Get Rich Slow Marketing 19:04 Founders as Storytellers 22:19 RWA Growth on SDF 24:56 Stablecoins vs Tokenization 26:17 Next 100M Humans or Agents 28:05 Final Thoughts

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]]> 1708 Finding Satoshi: Did A New Documentary Finally Unmask Nakamoto? Bitcoin's origin story is the greatest unsolved mystery in financial history and the team behind Finding Satoshi spent years doing what dozens of others couldn't: actually closing in on an answer. In this episode of Gen C, Sam sits down with documentary director Tucker Tooley, investigative journalist Bill Cohen, and private investigator Tyler Maroney to break down a multi-year investigation rooted in real methodology — cryptographers whispering names, blockchain data analysis, and years of trust-building with the cypherpunk community. Links mentioned from the podcast: Finding Satoshi Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gVxAwomug08 Finding Satoshi Website: http://findingsatoshi.com -- Timestamps: 00:00 Who is Satoshi? 01:02 Meet The Filmmakers 02:30 Origin During Covid 03:26 Author, Bill Cohan and Private Investigator, Tyler Maroney Joins Quest 06:30 Bitcoin Roots And Cypherpunks 11:36 Explaining Bitcoin Simply 14:09 Narrowing The Suspects 15:42 Cryptographer Sources And Data 20:20 Why Some Refuse To Talk 23:34 NYT Article: Is Adam Back Satoshi? 27:12 Final Takeaways - Links mentioned from the podcast: ⁠Ryan's Twitter⁠ ⁠Cronos Website⁠ - Follow us on Twitter:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sam Ewen⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠CoinDesk⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Check out CoinDesk’s latest research report on privacy in the age of scale, commissioned by GenZcash: https://www.coindesk.com/research/encryption-supremacy-zcash-and-privacy-in-the-age-of-scale. - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 21:16:00 -0000 full CoinDesk Bitcoin's origin story is the greatest unsolved mystery in financial history and the team behind Finding Satoshi spent years doing what dozens of others couldn't: actually closing in on an answer. In this episode of Gen C, Sam sits down with documentary director Tucker Tooley, investigative journalist Bill Cohen, and private investigator Tyler Maroney to break down a multi-year investigation rooted in real methodology — cryptographers whispering names, blockchain data analysis, and years of trust-building with the cypherpunk community. Links mentioned from the podcast: Finding Satoshi Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gVxAwomug08 Finding Satoshi Website: http://findingsatoshi.com -- Timestamps: 00:00 Who is Satoshi? 01:02 Meet The Filmmakers 02:30 Origin During Covid 03:26 Author, Bill Cohan and Private Investigator, Tyler Maroney Joins Quest 06:30 Bitcoin Roots And Cypherpunks 11:36 Explaining Bitcoin Simply 14:09 Narrowing The Suspects 15:42 Cryptographer Sources And Data 20:20 Why Some Refuse To Talk 23:34 NYT Article: Is Adam Back Satoshi? 27:12 Final Takeaways - Links mentioned from the podcast: ⁠Ryan's Twitter⁠ ⁠Cronos Website⁠ - Follow us on Twitter:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sam Ewen⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠CoinDesk⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Check out CoinDesk’s latest research report on privacy in the age of scale, commissioned by GenZcash: https://www.coindesk.com/research/encryption-supremacy-zcash-and-privacy-in-the-age-of-scale. - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Bitcoin's origin story is the greatest unsolved mystery in financial history and the team behind Finding Satoshi spent years doing what dozens of others couldn't: actually closing in on an answer.

In this episode of Gen C, Sam sits down with documentary director Tucker Tooley, investigative journalist Bill Cohen, and private investigator Tyler Maroney to break down a multi-year investigation rooted in real methodology — cryptographers whispering names, blockchain data analysis, and years of trust-building with the cypherpunk community. Links mentioned from the podcast: Finding Satoshi Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gVxAwomug08 Finding Satoshi Website: http://findingsatoshi.com -- Timestamps: 00:00 Who is Satoshi? 01:02 Meet The Filmmakers 02:30 Origin During Covid 03:26 Author, Bill Cohan and Private Investigator, Tyler Maroney Joins Quest 06:30 Bitcoin Roots And Cypherpunks 11:36 Explaining Bitcoin Simply 14:09 Narrowing The Suspects 15:42 Cryptographer Sources And Data 20:20 Why Some Refuse To Talk 23:34 NYT Article: Is Adam Back Satoshi? 27:12 Final Takeaways

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]]> 1721 How Ryan Wyatt is Rebuilding the Investment Experience for the Gen Z Audience Cronos Labs CEO, Ryan Wyatt, reveals the roadmap to fix the "bad taste" crypto left for Gen Z by trading technical jargon for a mobile-first investment engine Ryan Wyatt, CEO of Cronos Labs, joins Gen C to reveal why the biggest disruption for blockchain is no longer in gaming, but in a multi-trillion dollar financial overhaul. Ryan breaks down the strategy behind building a mobile-first app that strips away crypto jargon to onboard the 90% of Gen Z who have been "screwed" by traditional economic promises.  - Links mentioned from the podcast: Ryan's Twitter Cronos Website - Follow us on Twitter:  ⁠⁠⁠Sam Ewen⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠CoinDesk⁠ - To attend or for more information on Consensus Miami 2026, visit: https://consensus.coindesk.com/. - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:02:00 -0000 full 1 145 CoinDesk Cronos Labs CEO, Ryan Wyatt, reveals the roadmap to fix the "bad taste" crypto left for Gen Z by trading technical jargon for a mobile-first investment engine Cronos Labs CEO, Ryan Wyatt, reveals the roadmap to fix the "bad taste" crypto left for Gen Z by trading technical jargon for a mobile-first investment engine Ryan Wyatt, CEO of Cronos Labs, joins Gen C to reveal why the biggest disruption for blockchain is no longer in gaming, but in a multi-trillion dollar financial overhaul. Ryan breaks down the strategy behind building a mobile-first app that strips away crypto jargon to onboard the 90% of Gen Z who have been "screwed" by traditional economic promises.  - Links mentioned from the podcast: Ryan's Twitter Cronos Website - Follow us on Twitter:  ⁠⁠⁠Sam Ewen⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠CoinDesk⁠ - To attend or for more information on Consensus Miami 2026, visit: https://consensus.coindesk.com/. - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Cronos Labs CEO, Ryan Wyatt, reveals the roadmap to fix the "bad taste" crypto left for Gen Z by trading technical jargon for a mobile-first investment engine

Ryan Wyatt, CEO of Cronos Labs, joins Gen C to reveal why the biggest disruption for blockchain is no longer in gaming, but in a multi-trillion dollar financial overhaul. Ryan breaks down the strategy behind building a mobile-first app that strips away crypto jargon to onboard the 90% of Gen Z who have been "screwed" by traditional economic promises. 

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]]> 2240 John Nahas on Why One-Size-Fits-All Blockchains are Failing Global Institutions Avalanche CBO, John Nahas, reveals the roadmap to solve the $100 trillion institutional distribution problem by trading general purpose blockchains for custom L1s. John Nahas, Chief Business Officer of Avalanche, joins Gen C to reveal the roadmap for transforming global finance through custom tailored, sovereign L1 blockchains. John breaks down the industry's much-needed transition away from "one-size-fits-all" technology to solve the $100 trillion distribution problem for institutions like JP Morgan and Citi. He shares the strategy behind Avalanche becoming the invisible backbone for everything from FIFA collections to tokenized equity markets, delivering the institutional rails required to move beyond speculative hype into real world economic value. - Links mentioned from the podcast: John's Twitter Avalanche Website Ava Labs Website New York Times Article: "Crypto is Pointless" - Follow us on Twitter:  ⁠⁠Sam Ewen⁠⁠, ⁠⁠CoinDesk - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 14:00:00 -0000 full 1 144 CoinDesk Avalanche CBO, John Nahas, reveals the roadmap to solve the $100 trillion institutional distribution problem by trading general purpose blockchains for custom L1s. Avalanche CBO, John Nahas, reveals the roadmap to solve the $100 trillion institutional distribution problem by trading general purpose blockchains for custom L1s. John Nahas, Chief Business Officer of Avalanche, joins Gen C to reveal the roadmap for transforming global finance through custom tailored, sovereign L1 blockchains. John breaks down the industry's much-needed transition away from "one-size-fits-all" technology to solve the $100 trillion distribution problem for institutions like JP Morgan and Citi. He shares the strategy behind Avalanche becoming the invisible backbone for everything from FIFA collections to tokenized equity markets, delivering the institutional rails required to move beyond speculative hype into real world economic value. - Links mentioned from the podcast: John's Twitter Avalanche Website Ava Labs Website New York Times Article: "Crypto is Pointless" - Follow us on Twitter:  ⁠⁠Sam Ewen⁠⁠, ⁠⁠CoinDesk - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Avalanche CBO, John Nahas, reveals the roadmap to solve the $100 trillion institutional distribution problem by trading general purpose blockchains for custom L1s.

John Nahas, Chief Business Officer of Avalanche, joins Gen C to reveal the roadmap for transforming global finance through custom tailored, sovereign L1 blockchains. John breaks down the industry's much-needed transition away from "one-size-fits-all" technology to solve the $100 trillion distribution problem for institutions like JP Morgan and Citi. He shares the strategy behind Avalanche becoming the invisible backbone for everything from FIFA collections to tokenized equity markets, delivering the institutional rails required to move beyond speculative hype into real world economic value.

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]]> 1814 Where Did All The Crypto Super Bowl Ads Go? Sam Ewen breaks down the absence of crypto from the 2026 Super Bowl, comparing today’s silence to the frenzy of 2022. Sam Ewen asks the question: where are all the 2026 Super Bowl ads? He explores the mystery of why crypto’s biggest players are sitting on the sidelines of the world's largest advertising event, even as "AI hyperscalers" and consumer staples take over the broadcast. NOTE: Recorded prior to the Super Bowl airing and yes, Coinbase did run a Super Bowl. - Follow us on Twitter: ⁠Sam Ewen⁠, ⁠CoinDesk⁠ - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Mon, 09 Feb 2026 14:56:00 -0000 full CoinDesk Sam Ewen breaks down the absence of crypto from the 2026 Super Bowl, comparing today’s silence to the frenzy of 2022. Sam Ewen asks the question: where are all the 2026 Super Bowl ads? He explores the mystery of why crypto’s biggest players are sitting on the sidelines of the world's largest advertising event, even as "AI hyperscalers" and consumer staples take over the broadcast. NOTE: Recorded prior to the Super Bowl airing and yes, Coinbase did run a Super Bowl. - Follow us on Twitter: ⁠Sam Ewen⁠, ⁠CoinDesk⁠ - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Sam Ewen breaks down the absence of crypto from the 2026 Super Bowl, comparing today’s silence to the frenzy of 2022.

Sam Ewen asks the question: where are all the 2026 Super Bowl ads? He explores the mystery of why crypto’s biggest players are sitting on the sidelines of the world's largest advertising event, even as "AI hyperscalers" and consumer staples take over the broadcast.

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]]> 615 IOTA’s Karen O'Brien on The $35 Trillion Bet on Industrial Blockchain IOTA CMO, Karen O’Brien reveals the high-stakes roadmap to transform the $35 trillion global trade industry from archaic paper systems into a frictionless, blockchain-powered infrastructure. Karen O’Brien, CMO of IOTA, breaks down why the industry is finally hitting a much-needed trust reset, trading short-term hype for the work of fixing global trade. O’Brien touches on how she’s helping solve the $35 trillion "paper and email" bottleneck to create an invisible backbone for global supply chains—a true blockchain for machines. - Links mentioned from the podcast:  Karen's Twitter  IOTA Website - Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen, CoinDesk - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 18:26:00 -0000 full 1 142 CoinDesk IOTA CMO, Karen O’Brien reveals the high-stakes roadmap to transform the $35 trillion global trade industry from archaic paper systems into a frictionless, blockchain-powered infrastructure. IOTA CMO, Karen O’Brien reveals the high-stakes roadmap to transform the $35 trillion global trade industry from archaic paper systems into a frictionless, blockchain-powered infrastructure. Karen O’Brien, CMO of IOTA, breaks down why the industry is finally hitting a much-needed trust reset, trading short-term hype for the work of fixing global trade. O’Brien touches on how she’s helping solve the $35 trillion "paper and email" bottleneck to create an invisible backbone for global supply chains—a true blockchain for machines. - Links mentioned from the podcast:  Karen's Twitter  IOTA Website - Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen, CoinDesk - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. IOTA CMO, Karen O’Brien reveals the high-stakes roadmap to transform the $35 trillion global trade industry from archaic paper systems into a frictionless, blockchain-powered infrastructure.

Karen O’Brien, CMO of IOTA, breaks down why the industry is finally hitting a much-needed trust reset, trading short-term hype for the work of fixing global trade. O’Brien touches on how she’s helping solve the $35 trillion "paper and email" bottleneck to create an invisible backbone for global supply chains—a true blockchain for machines.

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]]> 1958 Building Autonomous Health Systems in the Age of AI with Bryan Johnson From building Braintree to launching Blueprint, Bryan Johnson reveals how the systems architecture of FinTech and the philosophy of crypto are powering a new, autonomous roadmap to reverse human aging and operationalize immortality. Founder and CEO of Blueprint and Don’t Die, Bryan Johnson, joins Gen C to discuss why the philosophy of crypto has the same mindset required to solve human aging. Bryan reveals how he is applying FinTech systems-thinking to the human body through "Autonomous Health" and bio-algorithms. We explore his journey to reverse his biological age and why the tech community is the primary driver of the next great evolution in human existence. - Links mentioned from the podcast:  Bryan's Twitter  Blueprint Website Don’t Die Website - Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk - From our sponsor: Check out CoinDesk's research report on KuCoin at: https://www.coindesk.com/research/kucoin-hits-record-market-share-as-2025-volumes-outpace-crypto-market - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Tue, 13 Jan 2026 20:00:00 -0000 full 1 141 CoinDesk From building Braintree to launching Blueprint, Bryan Johnson reveals how the systems architecture of FinTech and the philosophy of crypto are powering a new, autonomous roadmap to reverse human aging and operationalize immortality. From building Braintree to launching Blueprint, Bryan Johnson reveals how the systems architecture of FinTech and the philosophy of crypto are powering a new, autonomous roadmap to reverse human aging and operationalize immortality. Founder and CEO of Blueprint and Don’t Die, Bryan Johnson, joins Gen C to discuss why the philosophy of crypto has the same mindset required to solve human aging. Bryan reveals how he is applying FinTech systems-thinking to the human body through "Autonomous Health" and bio-algorithms. We explore his journey to reverse his biological age and why the tech community is the primary driver of the next great evolution in human existence. - Links mentioned from the podcast:  Bryan's Twitter  Blueprint Website Don’t Die Website - Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk - From our sponsor: Check out CoinDesk's research report on KuCoin at: https://www.coindesk.com/research/kucoin-hits-record-market-share-as-2025-volumes-outpace-crypto-market - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. From building Braintree to launching Blueprint, Bryan Johnson reveals how the systems architecture of FinTech and the philosophy of crypto are powering a new, autonomous roadmap to reverse human aging and operationalize immortality.

Founder and CEO of Blueprint and Don’t Die, Bryan Johnson, joins Gen C to discuss why the philosophy of crypto has the same mindset required to solve human aging. Bryan reveals how he is applying FinTech systems-thinking to the human body through "Autonomous Health" and bio-algorithms. We explore his journey to reverse his biological age and why the tech community is the primary driver of the next great evolution in human existence.

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]]> 1769 OpenSea’s Vision for a Unified Onchain Home with Adam Hollander OpenSea, CMO, Adam Hollander reveals the high-stakes roadmap to transform the world’s leading NFT marketplace into a frictionless, universal hub for the entire onchain economy. From flipping digital land to becoming CMO for OpenSea, Adam Hollander shares his vision for the future of digital ownership. After surviving the NFT boom and bust, OpenSea is staging a major comeback by broadening its scope to every digital asset through a complete platform rebuild. He outlines a roadmap to transform OpenSea from a simple marketplace into a universal interface for the entire on-chain economy, abstracting away backend complexity to serve as the primary gateway for all digital culture and trade. - Links mentioned from the podcast: Adams's Twitter  OpenSea Website -Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk - From our sponsor: Check out CoinDesk's research report on GoPlus Security at: https://www.coindesk.com/research/protocol-research-goplus-security - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Mon, 22 Dec 2025 21:45:00 -0000 full 1 140 CoinDesk OpenSea, CMO, Adam Hollander reveals the high-stakes roadmap to transform the world’s leading NFT marketplace into a frictionless, universal hub for the entire onchain economy. OpenSea, CMO, Adam Hollander reveals the high-stakes roadmap to transform the world’s leading NFT marketplace into a frictionless, universal hub for the entire onchain economy. From flipping digital land to becoming CMO for OpenSea, Adam Hollander shares his vision for the future of digital ownership. After surviving the NFT boom and bust, OpenSea is staging a major comeback by broadening its scope to every digital asset through a complete platform rebuild. He outlines a roadmap to transform OpenSea from a simple marketplace into a universal interface for the entire on-chain economy, abstracting away backend complexity to serve as the primary gateway for all digital culture and trade. - Links mentioned from the podcast: Adams's Twitter  OpenSea Website -Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk - From our sponsor: Check out CoinDesk's research report on GoPlus Security at: https://www.coindesk.com/research/protocol-research-goplus-security - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. OpenSea, CMO, Adam Hollander reveals the high-stakes roadmap to transform the world’s leading NFT marketplace into a frictionless, universal hub for the entire onchain economy.

From flipping digital land to becoming CMO for OpenSea, Adam Hollander shares his vision for the future of digital ownership. After surviving the NFT boom and bust, OpenSea is staging a major comeback by broadening its scope to every digital asset through a complete platform rebuild. He outlines a roadmap to transform OpenSea from a simple marketplace into a universal interface for the entire on-chain economy, abstracting away backend complexity to serve as the primary gateway for all digital culture and trade.

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]]> 1558 Yorke Rhodes on Why Credible Neutrality is the Safety Net Yorke Rhodes III, Co-Founder, Blockchain at Microsoft, reveals how Credible Neutrality and the convergence of AI agents and stablecoins are powering the next, decentralized wave of technological innovation. Drawing on lessons from the early internet, Yorke Rhodes III, Co-Founder, Blockchain at Microsoft, explains why credible neutrality is vital to prevent the centralization of Web2 and emphasizes the urgent need for digital provenance in the age of synthetic media. He details how the convergence of AI agents and stablecoins creates instant liquidity and accelerates enterprise value, urging the industry to think bigger for the next generation. - Links mentioned from the podcast:  ⁠Yorke's Twitter  Microsoft Blockchain Website -Follow us on Twitter: ⁠Sam Ewen⁠, ⁠CoinDesk⁠ -From our sponsors: Break the cycle of exploitation. Break down the barriers to truth. Break into the next generation of privacy. Break Free. Free to scroll without being monetized. Free from censorship. Freedom without fear. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit ⁠midnight.network/break-free⁠ Need liquidity without selling your crypto? Take out a ⁠Figure Crypto-Backed Loan⁠, allowing you to borrow against your BTC, ETH, or SOL with 12-month terms and no prepayment penalties. They have the lowest rates in the industry at 8.91%, allowing you to access instant cash or buy more Bitcoin without triggering a tax event.Unlock your crypto’s potential today at Figure! ⁠https://figuremarkets.co/coindesk⁠ - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Mon, 15 Dec 2025 21:06:00 -0000 full 1 139 CoinDesk Yorke Rhodes III, Co-Founder, Blockchain at Microsoft, reveals how Credible Neutrality and the convergence of AI agents and stablecoins are powering the next, decentralized wave of technological innovation. Yorke Rhodes III, Co-Founder, Blockchain at Microsoft, reveals how Credible Neutrality and the convergence of AI agents and stablecoins are powering the next, decentralized wave of technological innovation. Drawing on lessons from the early internet, Yorke Rhodes III, Co-Founder, Blockchain at Microsoft, explains why credible neutrality is vital to prevent the centralization of Web2 and emphasizes the urgent need for digital provenance in the age of synthetic media. He details how the convergence of AI agents and stablecoins creates instant liquidity and accelerates enterprise value, urging the industry to think bigger for the next generation. - Links mentioned from the podcast:  ⁠Yorke's Twitter  Microsoft Blockchain Website -Follow us on Twitter: ⁠Sam Ewen⁠, ⁠CoinDesk⁠ -From our sponsors: Break the cycle of exploitation. Break down the barriers to truth. Break into the next generation of privacy. Break Free. Free to scroll without being monetized. Free from censorship. Freedom without fear. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit ⁠midnight.network/break-free⁠ Need liquidity without selling your crypto? Take out a ⁠Figure Crypto-Backed Loan⁠, allowing you to borrow against your BTC, ETH, or SOL with 12-month terms and no prepayment penalties. They have the lowest rates in the industry at 8.91%, allowing you to access instant cash or buy more Bitcoin without triggering a tax event.Unlock your crypto’s potential today at Figure! ⁠https://figuremarkets.co/coindesk⁠ - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong.

Yorke Rhodes III, Co-Founder, Blockchain at Microsoft, reveals how Credible Neutrality and the convergence of AI agents and stablecoins are powering the next, decentralized wave of technological innovation.

Drawing on lessons from the early internet, Yorke Rhodes III, Co-Founder, Blockchain at Microsoft, explains why credible neutrality is vital to prevent the centralization of Web2 and emphasizes the urgent need for digital provenance in the age of synthetic media. He details how the convergence of AI agents and stablecoins creates instant liquidity and accelerates enterprise value, urging the industry to think bigger for the next generation.

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]]> 2865 Roham Gharegozlou on Flow and Dapper Labs' Mission to Take DeFi Mainstream Dapper Labs Co-Founder & CEO, Roham Gharegozlou discusses the expansion of the Flow ecosystem into DeFi and how programmable assets and Agentic AI will power the next generation of tokenized creator economies. Dapper Labs Co-Founder & CEO Roham Gharegozlou joins Gen C to discuss the evolution of digital collectibles and the next major wave of crypto adoption. He shares the strategy behind building the Flow blockchain, from NBA Top Shot’s success to onboarding millions of consumers, emphasizing economic alignment through their pivot to DeFi with Peak Money. He sees the future powered by stablecoins and Agentic AI, where every creator manages their own tokenized economy on platforms like Disney and TikTok. - Links mentioned from the podcast:  Roham's Twitter Dapper Labs Website Flow Website -Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen, CoinDesk -From our sponsors: Break the cycle of exploitation. Break down the barriers to truth. Break into the next generation of privacy. Break Free. Free to scroll without being monetized. Free from censorship. Freedom without fear. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free Need liquidity without selling your crypto? Take out a Figure Crypto-Backed Loan, allowing you to borrow against your BTC, ETH, or SOL with 12-month terms and no prepayment penalties. They have the lowest rates in the industry at 8.91%, allowing you to access instant cash or buy more Bitcoin without triggering a tax event.Unlock your crypto’s potential today at Figure! https://figuremarkets.co/coindesk - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Mon, 08 Dec 2025 17:43:00 -0000 full 1 138 CoinDesk Dapper Labs Co-Founder & CEO, Roham Gharegozlou discusses the expansion of the Flow ecosystem into DeFi and how programmable assets and Agentic AI will power the next generation of tokenized creator economies. Dapper Labs Co-Founder & CEO, Roham Gharegozlou discusses the expansion of the Flow ecosystem into DeFi and how programmable assets and Agentic AI will power the next generation of tokenized creator economies. Dapper Labs Co-Founder & CEO Roham Gharegozlou joins Gen C to discuss the evolution of digital collectibles and the next major wave of crypto adoption. He shares the strategy behind building the Flow blockchain, from NBA Top Shot’s success to onboarding millions of consumers, emphasizing economic alignment through their pivot to DeFi with Peak Money. He sees the future powered by stablecoins and Agentic AI, where every creator manages their own tokenized economy on platforms like Disney and TikTok. - Links mentioned from the podcast:  Roham's Twitter Dapper Labs Website Flow Website -Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen, CoinDesk -From our sponsors: Break the cycle of exploitation. Break down the barriers to truth. Break into the next generation of privacy. Break Free. Free to scroll without being monetized. Free from censorship. Freedom without fear. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free Need liquidity without selling your crypto? Take out a Figure Crypto-Backed Loan, allowing you to borrow against your BTC, ETH, or SOL with 12-month terms and no prepayment penalties. They have the lowest rates in the industry at 8.91%, allowing you to access instant cash or buy more Bitcoin without triggering a tax event.Unlock your crypto’s potential today at Figure! https://figuremarkets.co/coindesk - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Dapper Labs Co-Founder & CEO, Roham Gharegozlou discusses the expansion of the Flow ecosystem into DeFi and how programmable assets and Agentic AI will power the next generation of tokenized creator economies.

Dapper Labs Co-Founder & CEO Roham Gharegozlou joins Gen C to discuss the evolution of digital collectibles and the next major wave of crypto adoption. He shares the strategy behind building the Flow blockchain, from NBA Top Shot’s success to onboarding millions of consumers, emphasizing economic alignment through their pivot to DeFi with Peak Money. He sees the future powered by stablecoins and Agentic AI, where every creator manages their own tokenized economy on platforms like Disney and TikTok.

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]]> 2291 From Cash App to Coinbase: Cat Ferdon on Marketing the Crypto Frontier Coinbase's CMO, Cat Ferdon, shares the strategy for moving beyond crypto natives, normalizing "internet money," and defining the future of finance through culturally resonant campaigns. Joining Gen C, Coinbase CMO, Cat Ferdon shares the strategy behind marketing one of the world's most powerful crypto brands. Cat discusses why economic freedom is Coinbase's core mission, how the company is moving beyond the "crypto native" audience to onboard the next generation, and her plan to normalize "internet money" by delivering culturally resonant campaigns that define the next decade of global adoption. - Links mentioned from the podcast: Cat's Twitter Coinbase Website Coinbase Brand Campaign - Everything Is Fine - Follow us on Twitter Sam Ewen, CoinDesk - From our sponsors: Break the cycle of exploitation. Break down the barriers to truth. Break into the next generation of privacy. Break Free. Free to scroll without being monetized. Free from censorship. Freedom without fear. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit ⁠⁠midnight.network/break-free⁠⁠ Need liquidity without selling your crypto? Take out a ⁠Figure Crypto-Backed Loan⁠, allowing you to borrow against your BTC, ETH, or SOL with 12-month terms and no prepayment penalties. They have the lowest rates in the industry at 8.91%, allowing you to access instant cash or buy more Bitcoin without triggering a tax event. Unlock your crypto’s potential today at Figure! ⁠https://figuremarkets.co/coindesk⁠ - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Mon, 01 Dec 2025 16:31:00 -0000 full 1 137 CoinDesk Coinbase's CMO, Cat Ferdon, shares the strategy for moving beyond crypto natives, normalizing "internet money," and defining the future of finance through culturally resonant campaigns. Coinbase's CMO, Cat Ferdon, shares the strategy for moving beyond crypto natives, normalizing "internet money," and defining the future of finance through culturally resonant campaigns. Joining Gen C, Coinbase CMO, Cat Ferdon shares the strategy behind marketing one of the world's most powerful crypto brands. Cat discusses why economic freedom is Coinbase's core mission, how the company is moving beyond the "crypto native" audience to onboard the next generation, and her plan to normalize "internet money" by delivering culturally resonant campaigns that define the next decade of global adoption. - Links mentioned from the podcast: Cat's Twitter Coinbase Website Coinbase Brand Campaign - Everything Is Fine - Follow us on Twitter Sam Ewen, CoinDesk - From our sponsors: Break the cycle of exploitation. Break down the barriers to truth. Break into the next generation of privacy. Break Free. Free to scroll without being monetized. Free from censorship. Freedom without fear. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit ⁠⁠midnight.network/break-free⁠⁠ Need liquidity without selling your crypto? Take out a ⁠Figure Crypto-Backed Loan⁠, allowing you to borrow against your BTC, ETH, or SOL with 12-month terms and no prepayment penalties. They have the lowest rates in the industry at 8.91%, allowing you to access instant cash or buy more Bitcoin without triggering a tax event. Unlock your crypto’s potential today at Figure! ⁠https://figuremarkets.co/coindesk⁠ - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Coinbase's CMO, Cat Ferdon, shares the strategy for moving beyond crypto natives, normalizing "internet money," and defining the future of finance through culturally resonant campaigns.

Joining Gen C, Coinbase CMO, Cat Ferdon shares the strategy behind marketing one of the world's most powerful crypto brands. Cat discusses why economic freedom is Coinbase's core mission, how the company is moving beyond the "crypto native" audience to onboard the next generation, and her plan to normalize "internet money" by delivering culturally resonant campaigns that define the next decade of global adoption.

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]]> 2115 Circle's Vision for Programmable Money with Tim Queenan Circle's SVP of Marketing, Tim Queenan, shares why stablecoins and the new Arc blockchain are creating the ‘Economic OS for the internet. Tim Queenan, SVP of Marketing, Circle, joins Gen C this week to share that stablecoins and programmable money represent a foundational shift in the global financial system, similar to the early internet. He discusses how Circle is spearheading this transformation with USDC and its new blockchain Arc, creating the ‘Economic OS for the internet - Links mentioned from the podcast: Tim's Twitter  Circle's Twitter Circle Website - Follow us on Twitter:  ⁠Sam Ewen⁠, ⁠CoinDesk⁠ -From our sponsors: Break the cycle of exploitation. Break down the barriers to truth. Break into the next generation of privacy. Break Free. Free to scroll without being monetized. Free from censorship. Freedom without fear. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit ⁠midnight.network/break-free⁠ Genius Group has partnered with CoinDesk for Bitcoin Treasury Month, launching the Genius x CoinDesk Quest. Participants can join the Bitcoin Academy, complete free microcourses from experts like Natalie Brunell and Saifedean Ammous, and enter to win 1,000,000 GEMs (worth 1 BTC) promoting bitcoin education and adoption.                                                                            CTA: ⁠geniusgroup.ai/coindesk-bitcoin-treasury-month/⁠ Need liquidity without selling your crypto? Take out a Figure Crypto-Backed Loan, allowing you to borrow against your BTC, ETH, or SOL with 12-month terms and no prepayment penalties. They have the lowest rates in the industry at 8.91%, allowing you to access instant cash or buy more Bitcoin without triggering a tax event. Unlock your crypto’s potential today at Figure! https://figuremarkets.co/coindesk - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Mon, 17 Nov 2025 19:21:00 -0000 full 1 136 CoinDesk Circle's SVP of Marketing, Tim Queenan, shares why stablecoins and the new Arc blockchain are creating the ‘Economic OS for the internet. Circle's SVP of Marketing, Tim Queenan, shares why stablecoins and the new Arc blockchain are creating the ‘Economic OS for the internet. Tim Queenan, SVP of Marketing, Circle, joins Gen C this week to share that stablecoins and programmable money represent a foundational shift in the global financial system, similar to the early internet. He discusses how Circle is spearheading this transformation with USDC and its new blockchain Arc, creating the ‘Economic OS for the internet - Links mentioned from the podcast: Tim's Twitter  Circle's Twitter Circle Website - Follow us on Twitter:  ⁠Sam Ewen⁠, ⁠CoinDesk⁠ -From our sponsors: Break the cycle of exploitation. Break down the barriers to truth. Break into the next generation of privacy. Break Free. Free to scroll without being monetized. Free from censorship. Freedom without fear. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit ⁠midnight.network/break-free⁠ Genius Group has partnered with CoinDesk for Bitcoin Treasury Month, launching the Genius x CoinDesk Quest. Participants can join the Bitcoin Academy, complete free microcourses from experts like Natalie Brunell and Saifedean Ammous, and enter to win 1,000,000 GEMs (worth 1 BTC) promoting bitcoin education and adoption.                                                                            CTA: ⁠geniusgroup.ai/coindesk-bitcoin-treasury-month/⁠ Need liquidity without selling your crypto? Take out a Figure Crypto-Backed Loan, allowing you to borrow against your BTC, ETH, or SOL with 12-month terms and no prepayment penalties. They have the lowest rates in the industry at 8.91%, allowing you to access instant cash or buy more Bitcoin without triggering a tax event. Unlock your crypto’s potential today at Figure! https://figuremarkets.co/coindesk - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Circle's SVP of Marketing, Tim Queenan, shares why stablecoins and the new Arc blockchain are creating the ‘Economic OS for the internet.

Tim Queenan, SVP of Marketing, Circle, joins Gen C this week to share that stablecoins and programmable money represent a foundational shift in the global financial system, similar to the early internet. He discusses how Circle is spearheading this transformation with USDC and its new blockchain Arc, creating the ‘Economic OS for the internet

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]]> 2386 Robinhood's Blueprint for a New Financial System Johann Kerbrat, SVP and GM of Crypto at Robinhood, shares the company's vision for democratizing finance by prioritizing customer access and education. In this episode of Gen C, Johann Kerbrat, SVP and GM of Crypto at Robinhood, discusses how the platform approaches the digital asset space, prioritizing access and education over institutional control. Robinhood’s investment in stablecoins, tokenization, and Layer 2 technology represents a clear bet on the next generation of decentralized financial infrastructure. - Links mentioned from the podcast: Johann's Twitter Robinhood Website - Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk -From our sponsors: Break the cycle of exploitation. Break down the barriers to truth. Break into the next generation of privacy. Break Free. Free to scroll without being monetized. Free from censorship. Freedom without fear. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free OwlTing (Nasdaq: OWLS) is building invisible rails for global payments. With OwlPay, businesses and users can bridge fiat and stablecoins, send money instantly across borders, and access stablecoin checkout at lower costs. Licensed worldwide, OwlTing delivers secure, compliant, and regulated infrastructure for the digital economy. Learn more at https://www.owlting.com/portal/?lang=en&utm_source=CoinDesk&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=CoinDesk_Banner Genius Group has partnered with CoinDesk for Bitcoin Treasury Month, launching the Genius x CoinDesk Quest. Participants can join the Bitcoin Academy, complete free microcourses from experts like Natalie Brunell and Saifedean Ammous, and enter to win 1,000,000 GEMs (worth 1 BTC) promoting bitcoin education and adoption.                                                                            CTA: geniusgroup.ai/coindesk-bitcoin-treasury-month/ - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Tue, 11 Nov 2025 15:48:00 -0000 full 1 135 CoinDesk Johann Kerbrat, SVP and GM of Crypto at Robinhood, shares the company's vision for democratizing finance by prioritizing customer access and education. Johann Kerbrat, SVP and GM of Crypto at Robinhood, shares the company's vision for democratizing finance by prioritizing customer access and education. In this episode of Gen C, Johann Kerbrat, SVP and GM of Crypto at Robinhood, discusses how the platform approaches the digital asset space, prioritizing access and education over institutional control. Robinhood’s investment in stablecoins, tokenization, and Layer 2 technology represents a clear bet on the next generation of decentralized financial infrastructure. - Links mentioned from the podcast: Johann's Twitter Robinhood Website - Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk -From our sponsors: Break the cycle of exploitation. Break down the barriers to truth. Break into the next generation of privacy. Break Free. Free to scroll without being monetized. Free from censorship. Freedom without fear. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free OwlTing (Nasdaq: OWLS) is building invisible rails for global payments. With OwlPay, businesses and users can bridge fiat and stablecoins, send money instantly across borders, and access stablecoin checkout at lower costs. Licensed worldwide, OwlTing delivers secure, compliant, and regulated infrastructure for the digital economy. Learn more at https://www.owlting.com/portal/?lang=en&utm_source=CoinDesk&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=CoinDesk_Banner Genius Group has partnered with CoinDesk for Bitcoin Treasury Month, launching the Genius x CoinDesk Quest. Participants can join the Bitcoin Academy, complete free microcourses from experts like Natalie Brunell and Saifedean Ammous, and enter to win 1,000,000 GEMs (worth 1 BTC) promoting bitcoin education and adoption.                                                                            CTA: geniusgroup.ai/coindesk-bitcoin-treasury-month/ - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Johann Kerbrat, SVP and GM of Crypto at Robinhood, shares the company's vision for democratizing finance by prioritizing customer access and education.


In this episode of Gen C, Johann Kerbrat, SVP and GM of Crypto at Robinhood, discusses how the platform approaches the digital asset space, prioritizing access and education over institutional control. Robinhood’s investment in stablecoins, tokenization, and Layer 2 technology represents a clear bet on the next generation of decentralized financial infrastructure.


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]]> 1949 MoneyGram's Bold Prediction to Onboard "Hundreds of Millions" MoneyGram’s Anthony Soohoo, discusses how stablecoins are the critical financial innovation that will simplify cross-border payments and drive massive-scale digital adoption for hundreds of millions of users in the coming year.  Are we at the precipice of a true revolution in finance? This week's Gen C episode, recorded at Stellar Meridian, features MoneyGram's CEO, Anthony Soohoo, who shares his bold prediction: hundreds of millions of users leveraging crypto for real-world problems in just one year. Revealing the key to this shift, the discussion highlights the global push to use stablecoins and financial innovation for massive-scale digital adoption. - Links mentioned in the podcast: Anthony'sTwitter MoneyGram Website - Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen, CoinDesk - Break the cycle of exploitation. Break down the barriers to truth. Break into the next generation of privacy. Break Free. Free to scroll without being monetized. Free from censorship. Freedom without fear. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠midnight.network/break-free⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - OwlTing (Nasdaq: OWLS) is building invisible rails for global payments. With OwlPay, businesses and users can bridge fiat and stablecoins, send money instantly across borders, and access stablecoin checkout at lower costs. Licensed worldwide, OwlTing delivers secure, compliant, and regulated infrastructure for the digital economy. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠owlting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. - Genius Group has partnered with CoinDesk for Bitcoin Treasury Month, launching the Genius x CoinDesk Quest. Participants can join the Bitcoin Academy, complete free microcourses from experts like Natalie Brunell and Saifedean Ammous, and enter to win 1,000,000 GEMs (worth 1 BTC) promoting bitcoin education and adoption.Learn more at:  ⁠geniusgroup.ai/coindesk-bitcoin-treasury-month/⁠ - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Mon, 03 Nov 2025 21:00:00 -0000 full 1 134 CoinDesk MoneyGram’s Anthony Soohoo, discusses how stablecoins are the critical financial innovation that will simplify cross-border payments and drive massive-scale digital adoption for hundreds of millions of users in the coming year. MoneyGram’s Anthony Soohoo, discusses how stablecoins are the critical financial innovation that will simplify cross-border payments and drive massive-scale digital adoption for hundreds of millions of users in the coming year.  Are we at the precipice of a true revolution in finance? This week's Gen C episode, recorded at Stellar Meridian, features MoneyGram's CEO, Anthony Soohoo, who shares his bold prediction: hundreds of millions of users leveraging crypto for real-world problems in just one year. Revealing the key to this shift, the discussion highlights the global push to use stablecoins and financial innovation for massive-scale digital adoption. - Links mentioned in the podcast: Anthony'sTwitter MoneyGram Website - Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen, CoinDesk - Break the cycle of exploitation. Break down the barriers to truth. Break into the next generation of privacy. Break Free. Free to scroll without being monetized. Free from censorship. Freedom without fear. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠midnight.network/break-free⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - OwlTing (Nasdaq: OWLS) is building invisible rails for global payments. With OwlPay, businesses and users can bridge fiat and stablecoins, send money instantly across borders, and access stablecoin checkout at lower costs. Licensed worldwide, OwlTing delivers secure, compliant, and regulated infrastructure for the digital economy. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠owlting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. - Genius Group has partnered with CoinDesk for Bitcoin Treasury Month, launching the Genius x CoinDesk Quest. Participants can join the Bitcoin Academy, complete free microcourses from experts like Natalie Brunell and Saifedean Ammous, and enter to win 1,000,000 GEMs (worth 1 BTC) promoting bitcoin education and adoption.Learn more at:  ⁠geniusgroup.ai/coindesk-bitcoin-treasury-month/⁠ - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. MoneyGram’s Anthony Soohoo, discusses how stablecoins are the critical financial innovation that will simplify cross-border payments and drive massive-scale digital adoption for hundreds of millions of users in the coming year.

 Are we at the precipice of a true revolution in finance? This week's Gen C episode, recorded at Stellar Meridian, features MoneyGram's CEO, Anthony Soohoo, who shares his bold prediction: hundreds of millions of users leveraging crypto for real-world problems in just one year. Revealing the key to this shift, the discussion highlights the global push to use stablecoins and financial innovation for massive-scale digital adoption.

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]]> 1180 In The Middle of The Before and After with Ariel Wengroff Ariel Wengroff, EVP, Marketing & Communications, Ledger, explores how media and crypto are converging around transparency, trust, and digital ownership in today’s evolving digital landscape. In this episode of Gen C, Ariel Wengroff, EVP of Marketing & Communications, Ledger, reflects on her time at VICE and discusses the changing landscape of the media industry and the growing demand for truth and authenticity in the age of AI. In running marketing for the unicorn hardware company, Ledger, Ariel connects these shifts to Ledger’s vision of digital ownership—giving individuals control over their privacy, identity, and assets through secure signing and self-sovereign technology. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Ariel's Twitter Ledger Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk From our sponsors: Break the cycle of exploitation. Break down the barriers to truth. Break into the next generation of privacy. Break Free. Free to scroll without being monetized. Free from censorship. Freedom without fear. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free Bridge simplifies global money movement. As the leading stablecoin issuance and orchestration platform, Bridge abstracts away blockchain complexity so businesses can seamlessly move between fiat and stablecoins. From payroll providers and remittance companies to neobanks and treasury teams, Bridge powers payments, savings, and stablecoin issuance for thousands – like Shopify, Metamask, Remitly, and more. Visit https://hubs.ly/Q03KGbRK0. OwlTing (Nasdaq: OWLS) is building invisible rails for global payments. With OwlPay, businesses and users can bridge fiat and stablecoins, send money instantly across borders, and access stablecoin checkout at lower costs. Licensed worldwide, OwlTing delivers secure, compliant, and regulated infrastructure for the digital economy. Learn more at https://www.owlting.com/portal/?lang=en&utm_source=CoinDesk&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=CoinDesk_Banner - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Mon, 27 Oct 2025 21:13:00 -0000 full 1 133 CoinDesk Ariel Wengroff, EVP, Marketing & Communications, Ledger, explores how media and crypto are converging around transparency, trust, and digital ownership in today’s evolving digital landscape. Ariel Wengroff, EVP, Marketing & Communications, Ledger, explores how media and crypto are converging around transparency, trust, and digital ownership in today’s evolving digital landscape. In this episode of Gen C, Ariel Wengroff, EVP of Marketing & Communications, Ledger, reflects on her time at VICE and discusses the changing landscape of the media industry and the growing demand for truth and authenticity in the age of AI. In running marketing for the unicorn hardware company, Ledger, Ariel connects these shifts to Ledger’s vision of digital ownership—giving individuals control over their privacy, identity, and assets through secure signing and self-sovereign technology. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Ariel's Twitter Ledger Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk From our sponsors: Break the cycle of exploitation. Break down the barriers to truth. Break into the next generation of privacy. Break Free. Free to scroll without being monetized. Free from censorship. Freedom without fear. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free Bridge simplifies global money movement. As the leading stablecoin issuance and orchestration platform, Bridge abstracts away blockchain complexity so businesses can seamlessly move between fiat and stablecoins. From payroll providers and remittance companies to neobanks and treasury teams, Bridge powers payments, savings, and stablecoin issuance for thousands – like Shopify, Metamask, Remitly, and more. Visit https://hubs.ly/Q03KGbRK0. OwlTing (Nasdaq: OWLS) is building invisible rails for global payments. With OwlPay, businesses and users can bridge fiat and stablecoins, send money instantly across borders, and access stablecoin checkout at lower costs. Licensed worldwide, OwlTing delivers secure, compliant, and regulated infrastructure for the digital economy. Learn more at https://www.owlting.com/portal/?lang=en&utm_source=CoinDesk&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=CoinDesk_Banner - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Ariel Wengroff, EVP, Marketing & Communications, Ledger, explores how media and crypto are converging around transparency, trust, and digital ownership in today’s evolving digital landscape.

In this episode of Gen C, Ariel Wengroff, EVP of Marketing & Communications, Ledger, reflects on her time at VICE and discusses the changing landscape of the media industry and the growing demand for truth and authenticity in the age of AI. In running marketing for the unicorn hardware company, Ledger, Ariel connects these shifts to Ledger’s vision of digital ownership—giving individuals control over their privacy, identity, and assets through secure signing and self-sovereign technology.

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]]> 2467 PayPal’s Path to On-Chain Payments and Financial Inclusion May Zabaneh, Head of Crypto at PayPal, shares how PYUSD, stablecoins, and AI are powering the next wave of global payments—and why the future of money is happening on-chain. In this episode of Gen C, May Zabaneh, Head of Crypto at PayPal, shares how PYUSD, stablecoins, and AI are powering the next wave of global payments—and why the future of money is happening on-chain. From scaling mobile payments to championing blockchain, May shares what it takes to drive change within a global payment leader.  Links mentioned from the podcast:  Paypal Twitter PayPal Website Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen CoinDesk From our sponsors: Break the cycle of exploitation. Break down the barriers to truth. Break into the next generation of privacy. Break Free. Free to scroll without being monetized. Free from censorship. Freedom without fear. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free Bridge simplifies global money movement. As the leading stablecoin issuance and orchestration platform, Bridge abstracts away blockchain complexity so businesses can seamlessly move between fiat and stablecoins. From payroll providers and remittance companies to neobanks and treasury teams, Bridge powers payments, savings, and stablecoin issuance for thousands – like Shopify, Metamask, Remitly, and more. Visit https://hubs.ly/Q03KGbRK0. OwlTing (Nasdaq: OWLS) is building invisible rails for global payments. With OwlPay, businesses and users can bridge fiat and stablecoins, send money instantly across borders, and access stablecoin checkout at lower costs. Licensed worldwide, OwlTing delivers secure, compliant, and regulated infrastructure for the digital economy. Learn more at ⁠owlting.com⁠. - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Mon, 20 Oct 2025 14:03:00 -0000 full 1 132 CoinDesk May Zabaneh, Head of Crypto at PayPal, shares how PYUSD, stablecoins, and AI are powering the next wave of global payments—and why the future of money is happening on-chain. May Zabaneh, Head of Crypto at PayPal, shares how PYUSD, stablecoins, and AI are powering the next wave of global payments—and why the future of money is happening on-chain. In this episode of Gen C, May Zabaneh, Head of Crypto at PayPal, shares how PYUSD, stablecoins, and AI are powering the next wave of global payments—and why the future of money is happening on-chain. From scaling mobile payments to championing blockchain, May shares what it takes to drive change within a global payment leader.  Links mentioned from the podcast:  Paypal Twitter PayPal Website Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen CoinDesk From our sponsors: Break the cycle of exploitation. Break down the barriers to truth. Break into the next generation of privacy. Break Free. Free to scroll without being monetized. Free from censorship. Freedom without fear. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free Bridge simplifies global money movement. As the leading stablecoin issuance and orchestration platform, Bridge abstracts away blockchain complexity so businesses can seamlessly move between fiat and stablecoins. From payroll providers and remittance companies to neobanks and treasury teams, Bridge powers payments, savings, and stablecoin issuance for thousands – like Shopify, Metamask, Remitly, and more. Visit https://hubs.ly/Q03KGbRK0. OwlTing (Nasdaq: OWLS) is building invisible rails for global payments. With OwlPay, businesses and users can bridge fiat and stablecoins, send money instantly across borders, and access stablecoin checkout at lower costs. Licensed worldwide, OwlTing delivers secure, compliant, and regulated infrastructure for the digital economy. Learn more at ⁠owlting.com⁠. - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. May Zabaneh, Head of Crypto at PayPal, shares how PYUSD, stablecoins, and AI are powering the next wave of global payments—and why the future of money is happening on-chain.


In this episode of Gen C, May Zabaneh, Head of Crypto at PayPal, shares how PYUSD, stablecoins, and AI are powering the next wave of global payments—and why the future of money is happening on-chain. From scaling mobile payments to championing blockchain, May shares what it takes to drive change within a global payment leader. 


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  • Bridge simplifies global money movement. As the leading stablecoin issuance and orchestration platform, Bridge abstracts away blockchain complexity so businesses can seamlessly move between fiat and stablecoins. From payroll providers and remittance companies to neobanks and treasury teams, Bridge powers payments, savings, and stablecoin issuance for thousands – like Shopify, Metamask, Remitly, and more. Visit https://hubs.ly/Q03KGbRK0.
  • OwlTing (Nasdaq: OWLS) is building invisible rails for global payments. With OwlPay, businesses and users can bridge fiat and stablecoins, send money instantly across borders, and access stablecoin checkout at lower costs. Licensed worldwide, OwlTing delivers secure, compliant, and regulated infrastructure for the digital economy. Learn more at ⁠owlting.com⁠.

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"Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong.

]]> 1667 The Future of Toys is Digital Will Weinraub, CEO and Co-Founder of OnChain Studios, is redefining play by merging toys, gaming, and blockchain to create immersive, collectible experiences with iconic brands like Disney and Star Wars. In this episode of Gen C, Will Weinraub, CEO and Co-Founder of OnChain Studios and creator of Cryptoys, shares how his daughter’s passion for toys inspired him to build digital collectibles on the blockchain. Weinraub explores the declining traditional toy industry, the rise of digital play through Fortnite and Roblox, and why he believes blockchain-based digital ownership represents the future of how people of all ages will collect and interact with their favorite characters. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Will's Twitter OnChain Studios Twitter Cryptoys Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk From our sponsors: Break the cycle of exploitation. Break down the barriers to truth. Break into the next generation of privacy. Break Free. Free to scroll without being monetized. Free from censorship. Freedom without fear. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free Bridge simplifies global money movement. As the leading stablecoin issuance and orchestration platform, Bridge abstracts away blockchain complexity so businesses can seamlessly move between fiat and stablecoins. From payroll providers and remittance companies to neobanks and treasury teams, Bridge powers payments, savings, and stablecoin issuance for thousands – like Shopify, Metamask, Remitly, and more. Visit https://hubs.ly/Q03KGbRK0. - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Mon, 13 Oct 2025 18:05:00 -0000 full 1 131 CoinDesk Will Weinraub, CEO and Co-Founder of OnChain Studios, is redefining play by merging toys, gaming, and blockchain to create immersive, collectible experiences with iconic brands like Disney and Star Wars. Will Weinraub, CEO and Co-Founder of OnChain Studios, is redefining play by merging toys, gaming, and blockchain to create immersive, collectible experiences with iconic brands like Disney and Star Wars. In this episode of Gen C, Will Weinraub, CEO and Co-Founder of OnChain Studios and creator of Cryptoys, shares how his daughter’s passion for toys inspired him to build digital collectibles on the blockchain. Weinraub explores the declining traditional toy industry, the rise of digital play through Fortnite and Roblox, and why he believes blockchain-based digital ownership represents the future of how people of all ages will collect and interact with their favorite characters. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Will's Twitter OnChain Studios Twitter Cryptoys Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk From our sponsors: Break the cycle of exploitation. Break down the barriers to truth. Break into the next generation of privacy. Break Free. Free to scroll without being monetized. Free from censorship. Freedom without fear. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free Bridge simplifies global money movement. As the leading stablecoin issuance and orchestration platform, Bridge abstracts away blockchain complexity so businesses can seamlessly move between fiat and stablecoins. From payroll providers and remittance companies to neobanks and treasury teams, Bridge powers payments, savings, and stablecoin issuance for thousands – like Shopify, Metamask, Remitly, and more. Visit https://hubs.ly/Q03KGbRK0. - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Will Weinraub, CEO and Co-Founder of OnChain Studios, is redefining play by merging toys, gaming, and blockchain to create immersive, collectible experiences with iconic brands like Disney and Star Wars.

In this episode of Gen C, Will Weinraub, CEO and Co-Founder of OnChain Studios and creator of Cryptoys, shares how his daughter’s passion for toys inspired him to build digital collectibles on the blockchain. Weinraub explores the declining traditional toy industry, the rise of digital play through Fortnite and Roblox, and why he believes blockchain-based digital ownership represents the future of how people of all ages will collect and interact with their favorite characters.

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"Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong.

]]> 1975 Algorithmic Sameness and the Future of Creativity with Kyle Chayka Kyle Chayka, Staff Writer at The New Yorker and author of Filterworld, breaks down how algorithmic sameness is reshaping global culture—and what it means for creativity, identity, and authenticity online. He explores how creators are challenging traditional media, why crypto could become the internet’s native currency, and how digital identity is evolving in a world shaped by metrics, machines, and media. Joining him is Keith Soljacich of Publicis Media, as they explore opportunities to create deeper meaning amid these cultural shifts. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Kyle's Twitter The New Yorker Articles Filterworld: How Algorithms Flattened Culture Keith's Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Samwen, CoinDesk From our sponsor: Midnight is a privacy-enhancing blockchain introducing vital, programmable privacy and selective disclosure capabilities. It means dApps can allow users to control what information is revealed without putting sensitive data on-chain, allowing you to break free from the limitation of choosing between utility or privacy. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free. Tue, 16 Sep 2025 14:56:00 -0000 full 130 CoinDesk Kyle Chayka, Staff Writer at The New Yorker, and Keith Soljacich, Guest Co-Host and Executive Director at Publicis Media, unpack how AI, crypto, and digital identity are reshaping culture and creativity in today’s connected world. Kyle Chayka, Staff Writer at The New Yorker and author of Filterworld, breaks down how algorithmic sameness is reshaping global culture—and what it means for creativity, identity, and authenticity online. He explores how creators are challenging traditional media, why crypto could become the internet’s native currency, and how digital identity is evolving in a world shaped by metrics, machines, and media. Joining him is Keith Soljacich of Publicis Media, as they explore opportunities to create deeper meaning amid these cultural shifts. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Kyle's Twitter The New Yorker Articles Filterworld: How Algorithms Flattened Culture Keith's Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Samwen, CoinDesk From our sponsor: Midnight is a privacy-enhancing blockchain introducing vital, programmable privacy and selective disclosure capabilities. It means dApps can allow users to control what information is revealed without putting sensitive data on-chain, allowing you to break free from the limitation of choosing between utility or privacy. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free. Kyle Chayka, Staff Writer at The New Yorker and author of Filterworld, breaks down how algorithmic sameness is reshaping global culture—and what it means for creativity, identity, and authenticity online. He explores how creators are challenging traditional media, why crypto could become the internet’s native currency, and how digital identity is evolving in a world shaped by metrics, machines, and media. Joining him is Keith Soljacich of Publicis Media, as they explore opportunities to create deeper meaning amid these cultural shifts.

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]]> 3733 Jack Butcher's Blueprint for Modern Value Visualization Jack Butcher, Artist and Founder of Visualize Value, shares how he turned a decade-long career in corporate design into one of the internet’s most recognizable creative brands. He explains how simplifying ideas into bold, viral visuals led to a new kind of artistic practice—one rooted in transparency, leverage, and working in public. Jack dives into how crypto unlocks new layers of creative ownership and why the most valuable assets today are driven by community. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Jack's Twitter Jack’s Instagram Visualize Value Twitter Visualize Value Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk From our sponsor: Midnight is a privacy-enhancing blockchain introducing vital, programmable privacy and selective disclosure capabilities. It means dApps can allow users to control what information is revealed without putting sensitive data on-chain, allowing you to break free from the limitation of choosing between utility or privacy. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free. - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Thu, 11 Sep 2025 17:07:00 -0000 full 128 CoinDesk Jack Butcher, Artist and Founder of Visualize Value, reveals how simplifying ideas into viral visuals evolved into a digital art movement powered by ownership, transparency, and online community. Jack Butcher, Artist and Founder of Visualize Value, shares how he turned a decade-long career in corporate design into one of the internet’s most recognizable creative brands. He explains how simplifying ideas into bold, viral visuals led to a new kind of artistic practice—one rooted in transparency, leverage, and working in public. Jack dives into how crypto unlocks new layers of creative ownership and why the most valuable assets today are driven by community. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Jack's Twitter Jack’s Instagram Visualize Value Twitter Visualize Value Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk From our sponsor: Midnight is a privacy-enhancing blockchain introducing vital, programmable privacy and selective disclosure capabilities. It means dApps can allow users to control what information is revealed without putting sensitive data on-chain, allowing you to break free from the limitation of choosing between utility or privacy. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free. - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Jack Butcher, Artist and Founder of Visualize Value, shares how he turned a decade-long career in corporate design into one of the internet’s most recognizable creative brands. He explains how simplifying ideas into bold, viral visuals led to a new kind of artistic practice—one rooted in transparency, leverage, and working in public. Jack dives into how crypto unlocks new layers of creative ownership and why the most valuable assets today are driven by community.

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"Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong.

]]> 2236 The Future of Money Is Stable Chris Maurice, CEO and Co-Founder of Yellow Card, reveals how stablecoins are shaking up global payments. From discovering Bitcoin at college parties to a chance encounter at a Wells Fargo, Maurice shows how stablecoins tackle real problems by making cross-border transfers faster, cheaper, and easier. With rapid expansion into new markets and game-changing partnerships, Yellow Card is driving the mainstream adoption of stablecoins and reshaping the future of digital payments.  Links mentioned from the podcast:  Chris's Twitter Yellow Card Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk  From our sponsor: Midnight is introducing a novel approach to token distribution. The Midnight Glacier Drop is a multi-phase distribution of the NIGHT token, aimed at empowering a broad, diverse community to build the future of the Midnight network. Holders of ADA, BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, BNB, AVAX and BAT are eligible to participate in the first phase. Help usher in the next generation of blockchain with rational privacy and cooperative tokenomics on the Midnight network. To learn more, visit https://www.midnight.gd/ and prepare for the Midnight Glacier Drop. - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Wed, 10 Sep 2025 17:54:00 -0000 full 127 CoinDesk Chris Maurice of Yellow Card, reveals how stablecoins are revolutionizing global payments by making cross-border transfers faster, cheaper, and more accessible, especially in emerging markets. Chris Maurice, CEO and Co-Founder of Yellow Card, reveals how stablecoins are shaking up global payments. From discovering Bitcoin at college parties to a chance encounter at a Wells Fargo, Maurice shows how stablecoins tackle real problems by making cross-border transfers faster, cheaper, and easier. With rapid expansion into new markets and game-changing partnerships, Yellow Card is driving the mainstream adoption of stablecoins and reshaping the future of digital payments.  Links mentioned from the podcast:  Chris's Twitter Yellow Card Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk  From our sponsor: Midnight is introducing a novel approach to token distribution. The Midnight Glacier Drop is a multi-phase distribution of the NIGHT token, aimed at empowering a broad, diverse community to build the future of the Midnight network. Holders of ADA, BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, BNB, AVAX and BAT are eligible to participate in the first phase. Help usher in the next generation of blockchain with rational privacy and cooperative tokenomics on the Midnight network. To learn more, visit https://www.midnight.gd/ and prepare for the Midnight Glacier Drop. - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. Chris Maurice, CEO and Co-Founder of Yellow Card, reveals how stablecoins are shaking up global payments. From discovering Bitcoin at college parties to a chance encounter at a Wells Fargo, Maurice shows how stablecoins tackle real problems by making cross-border transfers faster, cheaper, and easier. With rapid expansion into new markets and game-changing partnerships, Yellow Card is driving the mainstream adoption of stablecoins and reshaping the future of digital payments. 

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    Help usher in the next generation of blockchain with rational privacy and cooperative tokenomics on the Midnight network. To learn more, visit https://www.midnight.gd/ and prepare for the Midnight Glacier Drop.

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]]> 1821 Refik Anadol's View of AI As a Co-Creator Refik Anadol, a world-renowned Visionary Media Artist and Founder of Refik Anadol Studio,has revolutionized the art world by transforming raw data into breathtaking immersive experiences using AI as his creative partner. From pioneering the groundbreaking concept of “data painting” to building vast digital universes onchain and launching Dataland, a cutting-edge museum dedicated to AI-driven art, he is shaping the future of creativity where dreams, data, and machines collide to redefine reality itself. Links mentioned from the podcast:  ⁠⁠⁠Refik's Twitter⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Refik's Website⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Dataland Website⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Dataland Twitter⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on Twitter:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sam Ewen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠CoinDesk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ From our sponsor: Break the cycle of exploitation. Break down the barriers to truth. Break into the next generation of privacy. Break Free. Free to scroll without being monetized. Free from censorship. Freedom without fear. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://midnight.network/break-free⁠⁠⁠⁠ - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong.” Tue, 09 Sep 2025 15:43:00 -0000 full 129 CoinDesk Refik Anadol, Artist and Founder of Refik Anadol Studio, reveals how he is revolutionizing the traditional and Web3 art worlds by harnessing AI and data to create immersive, living digital experiences that push the boundaries of creativity and redefine the future of artistic expression. Refik Anadol, a world-renowned Visionary Media Artist and Founder of Refik Anadol Studio,has revolutionized the art world by transforming raw data into breathtaking immersive experiences using AI as his creative partner. From pioneering the groundbreaking concept of “data painting” to building vast digital universes onchain and launching Dataland, a cutting-edge museum dedicated to AI-driven art, he is shaping the future of creativity where dreams, data, and machines collide to redefine reality itself. Links mentioned from the podcast:  ⁠⁠⁠Refik's Twitter⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Refik's Website⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Dataland Website⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Dataland Twitter⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on Twitter:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sam Ewen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠CoinDesk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ From our sponsor: Break the cycle of exploitation. Break down the barriers to truth. Break into the next generation of privacy. Break Free. Free to scroll without being monetized. Free from censorship. Freedom without fear. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://midnight.network/break-free⁠⁠⁠⁠ - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong.” Refik Anadol, a world-renowned Visionary Media Artist and Founder of Refik Anadol Studio,has revolutionized the art world by transforming raw data into breathtaking immersive experiences using AI as his creative partner. From pioneering the groundbreaking concept of “data painting” to building vast digital universes onchain and launching Dataland, a cutting-edge museum dedicated to AI-driven art, he is shaping the future of creativity where dreams, data, and machines collide to redefine reality itself.

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]]> 2263 The Art of Crypto Brand Building at Scale Olivia Santarelli, Gemini’s Head of Marketing, breaks down how innovative campaigns and visionary storytelling drive long-term growth, simplify crypto adoption and redefine the future of finance. Olivia Santarelli, Gemini’s Head of Marketing, has been building Gemini's marketing strategy for six years, helping transform the exchange from a small team into a major crypto brand. In this conversation, she breaks down Gemini's approach to marketing, from Guinness World Record-breaking drone shows to their "Revolution Needs Rules" campaign that welcomed regulation when others feared it. Santarelli discusses how Gemini focuses on educating mainstream users through products like their Bitcoin rewards credit card, competes with traditional finance companies entering crypto and builds lasting brand value beyond the typical hype cycles that dominate the industry. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Gemini Ad Campaign: Go Where Dollars Won't Olivia'sTwitter Gemini Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk From our sponsor: Midnight is a privacy-enhancing blockchain introducing vital, programmable privacy and selective disclosure capabilities. It means dApps can allow users to control what information is revealed without putting sensitive data on-chain, allowing you to break free from the limitation of choosing between utility or privacy. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free. - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 11 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0000 The Art of Crypto Brand Building at Scale full 127 CoinDesk Olivia Santarelli, Gemini’s Head of Marketing, breaks down how innovative campaigns and visionary storytelling drive long-term growth, simplify crypto adoption and redefine the future of finance. Olivia Santarelli, Gemini’s Head of Marketing, breaks down how innovative campaigns and visionary storytelling drive long-term growth, simplify crypto adoption and redefine the future of finance. Olivia Santarelli, Gemini’s Head of Marketing, has been building Gemini's marketing strategy for six years, helping transform the exchange from a small team into a major crypto brand. In this conversation, she breaks down Gemini's approach to marketing, from Guinness World Record-breaking drone shows to their "Revolution Needs Rules" campaign that welcomed regulation when others feared it. Santarelli discusses how Gemini focuses on educating mainstream users through products like their Bitcoin rewards credit card, competes with traditional finance companies entering crypto and builds lasting brand value beyond the typical hype cycles that dominate the industry. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Gemini Ad Campaign: Go Where Dollars Won't Olivia'sTwitter Gemini Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk From our sponsor: Midnight is a privacy-enhancing blockchain introducing vital, programmable privacy and selective disclosure capabilities. It means dApps can allow users to control what information is revealed without putting sensitive data on-chain, allowing you to break free from the limitation of choosing between utility or privacy. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free. - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Olivia Santarelli, Gemini’s Head of Marketing, breaks down how innovative campaigns and visionary storytelling drive long-term growth, simplify crypto adoption and redefine the future of finance.

Olivia Santarelli, Gemini’s Head of Marketing, has been building Gemini's marketing strategy for six years, helping transform the exchange from a small team into a major crypto brand. In this conversation, she breaks down Gemini's approach to marketing, from Guinness World Record-breaking drone shows to their "Revolution Needs Rules" campaign that welcomed regulation when others feared it. Santarelli discusses how Gemini focuses on educating mainstream users through products like their Bitcoin rewards credit card, competes with traditional finance companies entering crypto and builds lasting brand value beyond the typical hype cycles that dominate the industry.

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]]> 1583 no The Wireless Revolution Fueled by Blockchain Frank Mong of Helium reveals how blockchain-powered hotspots and shared infrastructure are disrupting traditional telecom to build a decentralized, user-owned wireless network. In this episode of Gen C, Frank Mong, COO of Helium, unpacks how blockchain, crypto incentives and shared infrastructure are transforming global connectivity. From early IoT use cases and crypto hotspots to major telco partnerships, Helium is decentralizing the internet one user owned network at a time. Their approach is creating an open, affordable and community-driven wireless network that puts power back in users hands. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Frank's Twitter Helium Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk From our sponsor: Midnight is a privacy-enhancing blockchain introducing vital, programmable privacy and selective disclosure capabilities. It means dApps can allow users to control what information is revealed without putting sensitive data on-chain, allowing you to break free from the limitation of choosing between utility or privacy. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free. - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 04 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0000 The Wireless Revolution Fueled by Blockchain full 126 CoinDesk Frank Mong of Helium reveals how blockchain-powered hotspots and shared infrastructure are disrupting traditional telecom to build a decentralized, user-owned wireless network. Frank Mong of Helium reveals how blockchain-powered hotspots and shared infrastructure are disrupting traditional telecom to build a decentralized, user-owned wireless network. In this episode of Gen C, Frank Mong, COO of Helium, unpacks how blockchain, crypto incentives and shared infrastructure are transforming global connectivity. From early IoT use cases and crypto hotspots to major telco partnerships, Helium is decentralizing the internet one user owned network at a time. Their approach is creating an open, affordable and community-driven wireless network that puts power back in users hands. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Frank's Twitter Helium Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk From our sponsor: Midnight is a privacy-enhancing blockchain introducing vital, programmable privacy and selective disclosure capabilities. It means dApps can allow users to control what information is revealed without putting sensitive data on-chain, allowing you to break free from the limitation of choosing between utility or privacy. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free. - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Frank Mong of Helium reveals how blockchain-powered hotspots and shared infrastructure are disrupting traditional telecom to build a decentralized, user-owned wireless network.

In this episode of Gen C, Frank Mong, COO of Helium, unpacks how blockchain, crypto incentives and shared infrastructure are transforming global connectivity. From early IoT use cases and crypto hotspots to major telco partnerships, Helium is decentralizing the internet one user owned network at a time. Their approach is creating an open, affordable and community-driven wireless network that puts power back in users hands.

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]]> 1731 no Legacy Rewired: Where Traditional Media Meets New Tech Maya Draisin, Chief Brand Officer at TIME, highlights how the 102-year-old brand evolves with new technologies while maintaining its core values of trust and integrity. TIME's Chief Brand Officer, Maya Draisin, outlines how the iconic brand is adapting to transformative technologies such as generative AI, blockchain and NFTs. She highlights TIME’s dedication to blending innovation with its enduring values of trust and clarity. Draisin also addresses the evolving media landscape, shifting consumer behaviors and the critical importance of maintaining journalistic integrity. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Maya's Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk From our sponsor: Midnight is a privacy-enhancing blockchain introducing vital, programmable privacy and selective disclosure capabilities. It means dApps can allow users to control what information is revealed without putting sensitive data on-chain, allowing you to break free from the limitation of choosing between utility or privacy. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free. - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 28 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0000 Legacy Rewired: Where Traditional Media Meets New Tech full 125 CoinDesk Maya Draisin, Chief Brand Officer at TIME, highlights how the 102-year-old brand evolves with new technologies while maintaining its core values of trust and integrity. Maya Draisin, Chief Brand Officer at TIME, highlights how the 102-year-old brand evolves with new technologies while maintaining its core values of trust and integrity. TIME's Chief Brand Officer, Maya Draisin, outlines how the iconic brand is adapting to transformative technologies such as generative AI, blockchain and NFTs. She highlights TIME’s dedication to blending innovation with its enduring values of trust and clarity. Draisin also addresses the evolving media landscape, shifting consumer behaviors and the critical importance of maintaining journalistic integrity. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Maya's Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk From our sponsor: Midnight is a privacy-enhancing blockchain introducing vital, programmable privacy and selective disclosure capabilities. It means dApps can allow users to control what information is revealed without putting sensitive data on-chain, allowing you to break free from the limitation of choosing between utility or privacy. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free. - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Maya Draisin, Chief Brand Officer at TIME, highlights how the 102-year-old brand evolves with new technologies while maintaining its core values of trust and integrity.

TIME's Chief Brand Officer, Maya Draisin, outlines how the iconic brand is adapting to transformative technologies such as generative AI, blockchain and NFTs. She highlights TIME’s dedication to blending innovation with its enduring values of trust and clarity. Draisin also addresses the evolving media landscape, shifting consumer behaviors and the critical importance of maintaining journalistic integrity.

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]]> 2000 no Rachael Horwitz on Crypto's Mainstream Moment and the Art of VC Storytelling Haun Ventures CMO Rachael Horwitz breaks down how crypto is going mainstream through stablecoins and why the industry needs better storytelling to reach broader audiences. Haun Ventures CMO Rachael Horwitz shares insights on branding in crypto, from navigating market volatility to building long-term conviction. Drawing on leadership roles at Twitter, Facebook, Google, and Coinbase, she breaks down how crypto challenges conventional tech narratives—and why VCs must rethink how they position themselves in a rapidly evolving space. A strategic lens on the future of venture and Web3. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Rachael’s Twitter Haun Ventures Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk From our sponsor: Midnight is a privacy-enhancing blockchain introducing vital, programmable privacy and selective disclosure capabilities. It means dApps can allow users to control what information is revealed without putting sensitive data on-chain, allowing you to break free from the limitation of choosing between utility or privacy. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free. - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Tue, 22 Jul 2025 14:30:00 -0000 Rachael Horwitz on Crypto's Mainstream Moment and the Art of VC Storytelling full 124 CoinDesk Haun Ventures CMO Rachael Horwitz breaks down how crypto is going mainstream through stablecoins and why the industry needs better storytelling to reach broader audiences. Haun Ventures CMO Rachael Horwitz breaks down how crypto is going mainstream through stablecoins and why the industry needs better storytelling to reach broader audiences. Haun Ventures CMO Rachael Horwitz shares insights on branding in crypto, from navigating market volatility to building long-term conviction. Drawing on leadership roles at Twitter, Facebook, Google, and Coinbase, she breaks down how crypto challenges conventional tech narratives—and why VCs must rethink how they position themselves in a rapidly evolving space. A strategic lens on the future of venture and Web3. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Rachael’s Twitter Haun Ventures Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk From our sponsor: Midnight is a privacy-enhancing blockchain introducing vital, programmable privacy and selective disclosure capabilities. It means dApps can allow users to control what information is revealed without putting sensitive data on-chain, allowing you to break free from the limitation of choosing between utility or privacy. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free. - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Haun Ventures CMO Rachael Horwitz breaks down how crypto is going mainstream through stablecoins and why the industry needs better storytelling to reach broader audiences.

Haun Ventures CMO Rachael Horwitz shares insights on branding in crypto, from navigating market volatility to building long-term conviction. Drawing on leadership roles at Twitter, Facebook, Google, and Coinbase, she breaks down how crypto challenges conventional tech narratives—and why VCs must rethink how they position themselves in a rapidly evolving space. A strategic lens on the future of venture and Web3.

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]]> 2728 no The Interspecies Economy: How Animals Could Join the Crypto Revolution Jonathan Ledgard of Tehanu explains his revolutionary concept of "interspecies money" where animals and natural resources can hold digital identities with crypto wallets to receive payments for the services they provide to humans. Jonathan Ledgard is the CEO of Tehanu and the pioneering mind behind "interspecies money" - a concept that extends digital identity and cryptocurrency payments to animals, plants and natural resources. With a background at The Economist and extensive experience in robotics and AI, Ledgard has developed a system where species can "stake" their existence and receive payments for the essential services they provide to humans. The conversation explores Tehanu's successful pilot project with mountain gorillas in Rwanda, the potential for stable coins backed by conservation efforts and how this model could transform the relationship between humans and nature. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Tehanu’s Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk From our sponsor: Midnight is a privacy-enhancing blockchain introducing vital, programmable privacy and selective disclosure capabilities. It means dApps can allow users to control what information is revealed without putting sensitive data on-chain, allowing you to break free from the limitation of choosing between utility or privacy. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free. - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 14 Jul 2025 18:30:00 -0000 The Interspecies Economy: How Animals Could Join the Crypto Revolution full 123 CoinDesk Jonathan Ledgard of Tehanu explains his revolutionary concept of "interspecies money" where animals and natural resources can hold digital identities with crypto wallets to receive payments for the services they provide to humans. Jonathan Ledgard of Tehanu explains his revolutionary concept of "interspecies money" where animals and natural resources can hold digital identities with crypto wallets to receive payments for the services they provide to humans. Jonathan Ledgard is the CEO of Tehanu and the pioneering mind behind "interspecies money" - a concept that extends digital identity and cryptocurrency payments to animals, plants and natural resources. With a background at The Economist and extensive experience in robotics and AI, Ledgard has developed a system where species can "stake" their existence and receive payments for the essential services they provide to humans. The conversation explores Tehanu's successful pilot project with mountain gorillas in Rwanda, the potential for stable coins backed by conservation efforts and how this model could transform the relationship between humans and nature. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Tehanu’s Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk From our sponsor: Midnight is a privacy-enhancing blockchain introducing vital, programmable privacy and selective disclosure capabilities. It means dApps can allow users to control what information is revealed without putting sensitive data on-chain, allowing you to break free from the limitation of choosing between utility or privacy. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free. - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Jonathan Ledgard of Tehanu explains his revolutionary concept of "interspecies money" where animals and natural resources can hold digital identities with crypto wallets to receive payments for the services they provide to humans.

Jonathan Ledgard is the CEO of Tehanu and the pioneering mind behind "interspecies money" - a concept that extends digital identity and cryptocurrency payments to animals, plants and natural resources. With a background at The Economist and extensive experience in robotics and AI, Ledgard has developed a system where species can "stake" their existence and receive payments for the essential services they provide to humans. The conversation explores Tehanu's successful pilot project with mountain gorillas in Rwanda, the potential for stable coins backed by conservation efforts and how this model could transform the relationship between humans and nature.

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]]> 1353 no Beeple on AI, NFTs and Creativity | CoinDesk Spotlight Replay Mike Winkelmann, aka Beeple, joins Sam Ewen on an episode of "CoinDesk Spotlight" with a conversation about the transformative potential of AI and the journey that led him from computer science to digital art and the NFT ecosystem. Beeple shares insights into the evolution of his artwork, the role of technology in his creative process, and the impact of AI tools in pushing the boundaries of digital art. - This content should not be construed or relied upon as investment advice. It is for entertainment and general information purposes. - Ledn is the leading platform for Bitcoin-backed loans, offering a secure and transparent way to unlock liquidity without selling your Bitcoin. Ledn has issued over $9 billion in loans since 2018 and has never lost a single satoshi of client assets, earning a reputation as the name you can trust in the crypto space.Visit https://www.ledn.io/ to learn more. - Timestamps: 01:31 NFT Ecosystem Insights 03:58 Journey into Digital Art 06:56 Exploring Blockchain and NFTs 13:12 Artistic Process and AI Integration 15:07 Balancing Commentary and Creativity 23:41 Daily Creative Practice 31:47 The Evolution of Craft in the Age of AI 36:54 The Impact of Financialization on Art 41:45 Reflecting on Past Works and Changing Perspectives 49:26 The Open Source Mentality and Its Benefits 53:27 Rapid Fire Questions and Personal Insights Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Tue, 01 Jul 2025 14:41:59 -0000 Beeple on AI, NFTs and Creativity | CoinDesk Spotlight Replay full 122 CoinDesk Mike Winkelmann, aka Beeple, joins Sam Ewen on an episode of "CoinDesk Spotlight" with a conversation about the transformative potential of AI and the journey that led him from computer science to digital art and the NFT ecosystem. Mike Winkelmann, aka Beeple, joins Sam Ewen on an episode of "CoinDesk Spotlight" with a conversation about the transformative potential of AI and the journey that led him from computer science to digital art and the NFT ecosystem. Beeple shares insights into the evolution of his artwork, the role of technology in his creative process, and the impact of AI tools in pushing the boundaries of digital art. - This content should not be construed or relied upon as investment advice. It is for entertainment and general information purposes. - Ledn is the leading platform for Bitcoin-backed loans, offering a secure and transparent way to unlock liquidity without selling your Bitcoin. Ledn has issued over $9 billion in loans since 2018 and has never lost a single satoshi of client assets, earning a reputation as the name you can trust in the crypto space.Visit https://www.ledn.io/ to learn more. - Timestamps: 01:31 NFT Ecosystem Insights 03:58 Journey into Digital Art 06:56 Exploring Blockchain and NFTs 13:12 Artistic Process and AI Integration 15:07 Balancing Commentary and Creativity 23:41 Daily Creative Practice 31:47 The Evolution of Craft in the Age of AI 36:54 The Impact of Financialization on Art 41:45 Reflecting on Past Works and Changing Perspectives 49:26 The Open Source Mentality and Its Benefits 53:27 Rapid Fire Questions and Personal Insights Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mike Winkelmann, aka Beeple, joins Sam Ewen on an episode of "CoinDesk Spotlight" with a conversation about the transformative potential of AI and the journey that led him from computer science to digital art and the NFT ecosystem. Beeple shares insights into the evolution of his artwork, the role of technology in his creative process, and the impact of AI tools in pushing the boundaries of digital art.

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01:31 NFT Ecosystem Insights

03:58 Journey into Digital Art

06:56 Exploring Blockchain and NFTs

13:12 Artistic Process and AI Integration

15:07 Balancing Commentary and Creativity

23:41 Daily Creative Practice

31:47 The Evolution of Craft in the Age of AI

36:54 The Impact of Financialization on Art

41:45 Reflecting on Past Works and Changing Perspectives

49:26 The Open Source Mentality and Its Benefits

  • 53:27 Rapid Fire Questions and Personal Insights

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]]> 3512 no Play-to-Earn's Next Chapter: Building Sustainable Web3 Gaming Beyond the Axie Infinity Boom Yield Guild Games founder Gabby Dizon breaks down the state of Web3 gaming, from Axie Infinity's cultural moment to building sustainable crypto-native games today. Gabby Dizon founded Yield Guild Games during the height of the Axie Infinity craze, helping players in developing markets access play-to-earn opportunities through innovative guild structures. In this conversation, he shares insights on what made Axie a watershed moment, why gaming guilds remain relevant despite market downturns and how his team is approaching casual crypto gaming with their new title LOL Land. Links mentioned from the podcast:  YGG Website Gabby’s Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 23 Jun 2025 19:12:56 -0000 Play-to-Earn's Next Chapter: Building Sustainable Web3 Gaming Beyond the Axie Infinity Boom full 120 CoinDesk Yield Guild Games founder Gabby Dizon breaks down the state of Web3 gaming, from Axie Infinity's cultural moment to building sustainable crypto-native games today. Yield Guild Games founder Gabby Dizon breaks down the state of Web3 gaming, from Axie Infinity's cultural moment to building sustainable crypto-native games today. Gabby Dizon founded Yield Guild Games during the height of the Axie Infinity craze, helping players in developing markets access play-to-earn opportunities through innovative guild structures. In this conversation, he shares insights on what made Axie a watershed moment, why gaming guilds remain relevant despite market downturns and how his team is approaching casual crypto gaming with their new title LOL Land. Links mentioned from the podcast:  YGG Website Gabby’s Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Yield Guild Games founder Gabby Dizon breaks down the state of Web3 gaming, from Axie Infinity's cultural moment to building sustainable crypto-native games today.

Gabby Dizon founded Yield Guild Games during the height of the Axie Infinity craze, helping players in developing markets access play-to-earn opportunities through innovative guild structures. In this conversation, he shares insights on what made Axie a watershed moment, why gaming guilds remain relevant despite market downturns and how his team is approaching casual crypto gaming with their new title LOL Land.

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]]> 1773 no Revolutionizing Aid: How Blockchain Is Fixing Broken Humanitarian Finance Dr. Melyn McKay of Coala Pay explains how blockchain rails are transforming humanitarian aid by enabling instant, secure payments to partners in the world's most challenging locations. Dr. Melyn McKay brings 15 years of humanitarian aid experience to her role as founder of Coala Pay, a blockchain-based payment platform revolutionizing how aid money moves globally. In this conversation, she shares her journey from carrying cash in war zones to building technology that enables instant, transparent aid disbursements through stablecoins and smart contracts. McKay discusses the massive inefficiencies plaguing the traditional aid sector, the trust challenges preventing more direct giving and how Coala Pay is scaling across conflict zones to ensure aid funding reaches local partners safely and efficiently. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Melyn’s Twitter Coala Pay Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 16 Jun 2025 19:14:52 -0000 Revolutionizing Aid: How Blockchain Is Fixing Broken Humanitarian Finance full 119 CoinDesk Dr. Melyn McKay of Coala Pay explains how blockchain rails are transforming humanitarian aid by enabling instant, secure payments to partners in the world's most challenging locations. Dr. Melyn McKay of Coala Pay explains how blockchain rails are transforming humanitarian aid by enabling instant, secure payments to partners in the world's most challenging locations. Dr. Melyn McKay brings 15 years of humanitarian aid experience to her role as founder of Coala Pay, a blockchain-based payment platform revolutionizing how aid money moves globally. In this conversation, she shares her journey from carrying cash in war zones to building technology that enables instant, transparent aid disbursements through stablecoins and smart contracts. McKay discusses the massive inefficiencies plaguing the traditional aid sector, the trust challenges preventing more direct giving and how Coala Pay is scaling across conflict zones to ensure aid funding reaches local partners safely and efficiently. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Melyn’s Twitter Coala Pay Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Dr. Melyn McKay of Coala Pay explains how blockchain rails are transforming humanitarian aid by enabling instant, secure payments to partners in the world's most challenging locations.

Dr. Melyn McKay brings 15 years of humanitarian aid experience to her role as founder of Coala Pay, a blockchain-based payment platform revolutionizing how aid money moves globally. In this conversation, she shares her journey from carrying cash in war zones to building technology that enables instant, transparent aid disbursements through stablecoins and smart contracts. McKay discusses the massive inefficiencies plaguing the traditional aid sector, the trust challenges preventing more direct giving and how Coala Pay is scaling across conflict zones to ensure aid funding reaches local partners safely and efficiently.

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]]> 2363 no Breaking Ticketmaster's Monopoly: Ahmed Nimale's Mission to Fix Live Events Mon, 09 Jun 2025 20:52:56 -0000 Breaking Ticketmaster's Monopoly: Ahmed Nimale's Mission to Fix Live Events full 118 CoinDesk See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. 1661 no Revolut Is The Bridge Between Web2 and Web3 Maz ElJundi, Head of Crypto at Revolut, discusses how the financial app is creating a bridge between traditional banking and Web3, driving crypto adoption through education and intuitive user experiences. In this episode of Gen C, Avery comes back to join Sam and welcome Mazen ElJundi, who leads crypto at Revolut. With his global perspective from living across the Middle East, Europe and the US, Mazen shares insights on Revolut's growth to 52.5 million users and $4 billion in revenue. The conversation explores how Revolut is simplifying crypto for everyday users, the importance of education in driving adoption and why borderless payments represent one of the most promising use cases for cryptocurrency. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Revolut’s Twitter Revolut’s Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Wed, 14 May 2025 02:28:32 -0000 Revolut Is The Bridge Between Web2 and Web3 full 117 CoinDesk Mazen ElJundi, Head of Crypto at Revolut, discusses how the financial app is creating a bridge between traditional banking and Web3, driving crypto adoption through education and intuitive user experiences. Maz ElJundi, Head of Crypto at Revolut, discusses how the financial app is creating a bridge between traditional banking and Web3, driving crypto adoption through education and intuitive user experiences. In this episode of Gen C, Avery comes back to join Sam and welcome Mazen ElJundi, who leads crypto at Revolut. With his global perspective from living across the Middle East, Europe and the US, Mazen shares insights on Revolut's growth to 52.5 million users and $4 billion in revenue. The conversation explores how Revolut is simplifying crypto for everyday users, the importance of education in driving adoption and why borderless payments represent one of the most promising use cases for cryptocurrency. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Revolut’s Twitter Revolut’s Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Maz ElJundi, Head of Crypto at Revolut, discusses how the financial app is creating a bridge between traditional banking and Web3, driving crypto adoption through education and intuitive user experiences.

In this episode of Gen C, Avery comes back to join Sam and welcome Mazen ElJundi, who leads crypto at Revolut. With his global perspective from living across the Middle East, Europe and the US, Mazen shares insights on Revolut's growth to 52.5 million users and $4 billion in revenue. The conversation explores how Revolut is simplifying crypto for everyday users, the importance of education in driving adoption and why borderless payments represent one of the most promising use cases for cryptocurrency.

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]]> 2021 no Gen Alpha Will Change The World, We Just Don't Know How Yet Razorfish President, Dani Mariano, explores how brands can build authentic connections through emerging technologies and explains why Gen Alpha is reshaping the future of marketing and commerce. In this episode of Gen C, host Sam welcomes Dani Mariano, President of Razorfish, a 30-year-old creative agency known for innovation in the marketing world. Dani discusses how Razorfish has evolved from a digital agency to a "marketing transformation agency" helping brands navigate emerging technologies like blockchain, Web3 and AI. She shares insights on the shift from points-based loyalty programs to creating authentic emotional connections with consumers and reveals research about Gen Alpha's sophisticated digital behavior and their surprising influence on household purchasing decisions. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Razorfish’s Twitter Razorfish’s Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Tue, 06 May 2025 00:26:40 -0000 Gen Alpha Will Change The World, We Just Don't Know How Yet full 116 CoinDesk Razorfish President, Dani Mariano, explores how brands can build authentic connections through emerging technologies and explains why Gen Alpha is reshaping the future of marketing and commerce. Razorfish President, Dani Mariano, explores how brands can build authentic connections through emerging technologies and explains why Gen Alpha is reshaping the future of marketing and commerce. In this episode of Gen C, host Sam welcomes Dani Mariano, President of Razorfish, a 30-year-old creative agency known for innovation in the marketing world. Dani discusses how Razorfish has evolved from a digital agency to a "marketing transformation agency" helping brands navigate emerging technologies like blockchain, Web3 and AI. She shares insights on the shift from points-based loyalty programs to creating authentic emotional connections with consumers and reveals research about Gen Alpha's sophisticated digital behavior and their surprising influence on household purchasing decisions. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Razorfish’s Twitter Razorfish’s Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Razorfish President, Dani Mariano, explores how brands can build authentic connections through emerging technologies and explains why Gen Alpha is reshaping the future of marketing and commerce.

In this episode of Gen C, host Sam welcomes Dani Mariano, President of Razorfish, a 30-year-old creative agency known for innovation in the marketing world. Dani discusses how Razorfish has evolved from a digital agency to a "marketing transformation agency" helping brands navigate emerging technologies like blockchain, Web3 and AI. She shares insights on the shift from points-based loyalty programs to creating authentic emotional connections with consumers and reveals research about Gen Alpha's sophisticated digital behavior and their surprising influence on household purchasing decisions.

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]]> 2384 no Building the Creator-Owned Future with Lamina1 and ‘Owen Nowhere’ Rebecca Barkin discusses Lamina1's mission to create a decentralized platform that empowers creators with more control and direct audience engagement, showcasing their partnership with "Owen Nowhere," a new animated series about a teen influencer with vampire parents created by Chris Jammal and Jaclynn Demas of We Ghosted Media. Rebecca Barkin, CEO of Lamina1, joins Sam to discuss her journey from Magic Leap to developing the MSG Sphere and now leading a Web3 company focused on empowering creators. They're joined by Chris Jammal (Bob’s Burgers) and Jaclynn Demas (Peg+Cat, Wonder Pets) of We Ghosted Media to discuss their new animated series "Owen Nowhere" about a teen influencer with vampire parents and how Web3 technologies enable new forms of audience engagement and creative control that traditional entertainment models lack.Links mentioned from the podcast:  A new kids’ show will come with a crypto wallet when it debuts this fall Rebecca’s Twitter Lamina1 Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 28 Apr 2025 20:06:09 -0000 Building the Creator-Owned Future with Lamina1 and ‘Owen Nowhere’ full 115 CoinDesk Rebecca Barkin discusses Lamina1's mission to create a decentralized platform that empowers creators with more control and direct audience engagement, showcasing their partnership with "Owen Nowhere," a new animated series about a teen influencer with vampire parents created by Chris Jammal and Jaclynn Demas of We Ghosted Media. Rebecca Barkin discusses Lamina1's mission to create a decentralized platform that empowers creators with more control and direct audience engagement, showcasing their partnership with "Owen Nowhere," a new animated series about a teen influencer with vampire parents created by Chris Jammal and Jaclynn Demas of We Ghosted Media. Rebecca Barkin, CEO of Lamina1, joins Sam to discuss her journey from Magic Leap to developing the MSG Sphere and now leading a Web3 company focused on empowering creators. They're joined by Chris Jammal (Bob’s Burgers) and Jaclynn Demas (Peg+Cat, Wonder Pets) of We Ghosted Media to discuss their new animated series "Owen Nowhere" about a teen influencer with vampire parents and how Web3 technologies enable new forms of audience engagement and creative control that traditional entertainment models lack.Links mentioned from the podcast:  A new kids’ show will come with a crypto wallet when it debuts this fall Rebecca’s Twitter Lamina1 Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Rebecca Barkin discusses Lamina1's mission to create a decentralized platform that empowers creators with more control and direct audience engagement, showcasing their partnership with "Owen Nowhere," a new animated series about a teen influencer with vampire parents created by Chris Jammal and Jaclynn Demas of We Ghosted Media.

Rebecca Barkin, CEO of Lamina1, joins Sam to discuss her journey from Magic Leap to developing the MSG Sphere and now leading a Web3 company focused on empowering creators. They're joined by Chris Jammal (Bob’s Burgers) and Jaclynn Demas (Peg+Cat, Wonder Pets) of We Ghosted Media to discuss their new animated series "Owen Nowhere" about a teen influencer with vampire parents and how Web3 technologies enable new forms of audience engagement and creative control that traditional entertainment models lack.Links mentioned from the podcast: 

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]]> 2578 no Simplifying Crypto for Everyday Investors: The Milk Road Story Returning for another season of ‘Gen C’, Sam sits down with Kyle and Jay to learn how they transformed Milk Road into a leading crypto media brand and why they believe media should be the foundation of every business. Kyle and Jay, co-owners of Milk Road and co-founders of marketing agency Impact3, discuss their journey from meeting in a Toronto bar to building successful crypto-focused businesses. They explain their philosophy of using media to grow communities, simplifying crypto for everyday investors and their expansion plans beyond crypto into macro economics and AI. The pair also share insights on the current market dynamics and why they believe personalities will become increasingly important in differentiating brands in an AI-dominated future. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Kyle’s Twitter Jay’s Twitter Milk Road Website Impact3 Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 21 Apr 2025 22:07:17 -0000 Simplifying Crypto for Everyday Investors: The Milk Road Story full 114 CoinDesk Returning for another season of ‘Gen C’, Sam sits down with Kyle and Jay to learn how they transformed Milk Road into a leading crypto media brand and why they believe media should be the foundation of every business. Returning for another season of ‘Gen C’, Sam sits down with Kyle and Jay to learn how they transformed Milk Road into a leading crypto media brand and why they believe media should be the foundation of every business. Kyle and Jay, co-owners of Milk Road and co-founders of marketing agency Impact3, discuss their journey from meeting in a Toronto bar to building successful crypto-focused businesses. They explain their philosophy of using media to grow communities, simplifying crypto for everyday investors and their expansion plans beyond crypto into macro economics and AI. The pair also share insights on the current market dynamics and why they believe personalities will become increasingly important in differentiating brands in an AI-dominated future. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Kyle’s Twitter Jay’s Twitter Milk Road Website Impact3 Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Returning for another season of ‘Gen C’, Sam sits down with Kyle and Jay to learn how they transformed Milk Road into a leading crypto media brand and why they believe media should be the foundation of every business.

Kyle and Jay, co-owners of Milk Road and co-founders of marketing agency Impact3, discuss their journey from meeting in a Toronto bar to building successful crypto-focused businesses. They explain their philosophy of using media to grow communities, simplifying crypto for everyday investors and their expansion plans beyond crypto into macro economics and AI. The pair also share insights on the current market dynamics and why they believe personalities will become increasingly important in differentiating brands in an AI-dominated future.

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]]> 2413 no Avery’s Final Episode, The New Gen C In this farewell episode, Avery and Sam reflect on her journey as co-host and share insights on the evolving digital landscape and what’s next for the pod. Avery Akkineni, Chief Marketing Officer at VaynerMedia, records her final episode as co-host of the Gen C podcast after a two and a half year run spanning 112 episodes. They discuss the evolution of Web3 adoption among brands, from the initial NFT boom to today’s landscape and the valuable lessons learned during her time as co-host. Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsor:  Friends, DeFi is having a moment — Uniswap Labs' web app and wallet connect you to the excitement. Swapping and bridging are simple, low cost, and lightning fast across 13 chains, including Base, Arbitrum and Unichain, the new Layer 2 network designed for DeFi. Thanks to deep liquidity on Uniswap Protocols, you get minimal price impact on every trade, now with even greater efficiency through Uniswap v4. Swap, send, on-ramp, off-ramp, and bridge into a bright future — get started at https://app.uniswap.org/. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 10 Mar 2025 20:36:17 -0000 Avery’s Final Episode, The New Gen C full 113 CoinDesk In this farewell episode, Avery and Sam reflect on her journey as co-host and share insights on the evolving digital landscape and what’s next for the pod. In this farewell episode, Avery and Sam reflect on her journey as co-host and share insights on the evolving digital landscape and what’s next for the pod. Avery Akkineni, Chief Marketing Officer at VaynerMedia, records her final episode as co-host of the Gen C podcast after a two and a half year run spanning 112 episodes. They discuss the evolution of Web3 adoption among brands, from the initial NFT boom to today’s landscape and the valuable lessons learned during her time as co-host. Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsor:  Friends, DeFi is having a moment — Uniswap Labs' web app and wallet connect you to the excitement. Swapping and bridging are simple, low cost, and lightning fast across 13 chains, including Base, Arbitrum and Unichain, the new Layer 2 network designed for DeFi. Thanks to deep liquidity on Uniswap Protocols, you get minimal price impact on every trade, now with even greater efficiency through Uniswap v4. Swap, send, on-ramp, off-ramp, and bridge into a bright future — get started at https://app.uniswap.org/. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. In this farewell episode, Avery and Sam reflect on her journey as co-host and share insights on the evolving digital landscape and what’s next for the pod.

Avery Akkineni, Chief Marketing Officer at VaynerMedia, records her final episode as co-host of the Gen C podcast after a two and a half year run spanning 112 episodes. They discuss the evolution of Web3 adoption among brands, from the initial NFT boom to today’s landscape and the valuable lessons learned during her time as co-host.

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]]> 1642 no How to Build a Crypto Business with Christina Smedley of Lightspark Christina Smedley of Lightspark, live from Consensus HK, to discuss how their technology enables cross-border payments without high fees and serves both developed and emerging markets. Christina Smedley, who has previously worked at Amazon, PayPal, Facebook, and Robinhood, discusses her current role at Lightspark where she's helping to revolutionize payments through Bitcoin's Lightning Network. She explains Lightspark's Universal Money Address (UMA) solution that allows people to send money as easily as emails and talks about Spark, their open-source Layer 2 blockchain designed specifically for payments and stablecoin transactions. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Lightspark Website Christina’s Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsor:  Friends, DeFi is having a moment — Uniswap Labs' web app and wallet connect you to the excitement. Swapping and bridging are simple, low cost, and lightning fast across 13 chains, including Base, Arbitrum and Unichain, the new Layer 2 network designed for DeFi. Thanks to deep liquidity on Uniswap Protocols, you get minimal price impact on every trade, now with even greater efficiency through Uniswap v4. Swap, send, on-ramp, off-ramp, and bridge into a bright future — get started at https://app.uniswap.org/. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Wed, 05 Mar 2025 15:46:05 -0000 How to Build a Crypto Business with Christina Smedley of Lightspark full 112 CoinDesk Christina Smedley of Lightspark, live from Consensus HK, to discuss how their technology enables cross-border payments without high fees and serves both developed and emerging markets. Christina Smedley of Lightspark, live from Consensus HK, to discuss how their technology enables cross-border payments without high fees and serves both developed and emerging markets. Christina Smedley, who has previously worked at Amazon, PayPal, Facebook, and Robinhood, discusses her current role at Lightspark where she's helping to revolutionize payments through Bitcoin's Lightning Network. She explains Lightspark's Universal Money Address (UMA) solution that allows people to send money as easily as emails and talks about Spark, their open-source Layer 2 blockchain designed specifically for payments and stablecoin transactions. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Lightspark Website Christina’s Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsor:  Friends, DeFi is having a moment — Uniswap Labs' web app and wallet connect you to the excitement. Swapping and bridging are simple, low cost, and lightning fast across 13 chains, including Base, Arbitrum and Unichain, the new Layer 2 network designed for DeFi. Thanks to deep liquidity on Uniswap Protocols, you get minimal price impact on every trade, now with even greater efficiency through Uniswap v4. Swap, send, on-ramp, off-ramp, and bridge into a bright future — get started at https://app.uniswap.org/. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Christina Smedley of Lightspark, live from Consensus HK, to discuss how their technology enables cross-border payments without high fees and serves both developed and emerging markets.

Christina Smedley, who has previously worked at Amazon, PayPal, Facebook, and Robinhood, discusses her current role at Lightspark where she's helping to revolutionize payments through Bitcoin's Lightning Network. She explains Lightspark's Universal Money Address (UMA) solution that allows people to send money as easily as emails and talks about Spark, their open-source Layer 2 blockchain designed specifically for payments and stablecoin transactions.

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]]> 1187 no The 1,000 Hands of Sam Spratt In this special Gen Z episode, artist and world builder Sam Spratt discusses his career, creative journey, and innovative use of technology in art. He shares insights from his early life and education, the development of his artistic style, and the impact of his project 'Luci,' including his newest chapter Masquerade.The conversation delves into his unique use of AI in the mask maker system, the blending of human and digital artistry, and the ethical considerations of creating art in a digital age. Spratt also touches on the dynamics of the crypto art world and his approach to integrating traditional artistic values with modern tools. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Masquerade Sam Spratt's Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Tue, 18 Feb 2025 21:30:00 -0000 The 1,000 Hands of Sam Spratt full 111 CoinDesk In this special Gen Z episode, artist and world builder Sam Spratt discusses his career, creative journey, and innovative use of technology in art. He shares insights from his early life and education, the development of his artistic style, and the impact of his project 'Lucy,' including his newest chapter The Masquerade. In this special Gen Z episode, artist and world builder Sam Spratt discusses his career, creative journey, and innovative use of technology in art. He shares insights from his early life and education, the development of his artistic style, and the impact of his project 'Luci,' including his newest chapter Masquerade.The conversation delves into his unique use of AI in the mask maker system, the blending of human and digital artistry, and the ethical considerations of creating art in a digital age. Spratt also touches on the dynamics of the crypto art world and his approach to integrating traditional artistic values with modern tools. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Masquerade Sam Spratt's Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. In this special Gen Z episode, artist and world builder Sam Spratt discusses his career, creative journey, and innovative use of technology in art. He shares insights from his early life and education, the development of his artistic style, and the impact of his project 'Luci,' including his newest chapter Masquerade.The conversation delves into his unique use of AI in the mask maker system, the blending of human and digital artistry, and the ethical considerations of creating art in a digital age. Spratt also touches on the dynamics of the crypto art world and his approach to integrating traditional artistic values with modern tools.

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]]> 4343 no Building Lasting Crypto Brands with Mayur Gupta This episode touches on crypto marketing with Kraken's CMO Mayur Gupta who shares how technical expertise, brand values and customer trust can drive digital finance innovation. Mayur Gupta, Chief Marketing and Growth Officer at Kraken, brings unique insight as a former developer turned marketing executive at one of crypto's longest-standing exchanges. In this episode, Mayur discusses the evolution of marketing in tech companies, the false dichotomy between brand and performance marketing and his vision for crypto adoption globally.  Links mentioned from the podcast:  The DeepSeek-R1 Effect and Web3-AI Mayur’s Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsor:  In Chinese, belief means trust. For 10 years, Consensus has united those who believe in building a new internet where everyone has value. Join us at Consensus Hong Kong February 18 - 20, 2025 where belief becomes real. Connect with global leaders, innovators, and investors shaping the future of Web3, and experience the power of collaboration at the industry's most influential event. Register now: https://go.coindesk.com/3BeigBq - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Tue, 11 Feb 2025 00:42:37 -0000 Building Lasting Crypto Brands with Mayur Gupta full CoinDesk This episode touches on crypto marketing with Kraken's CMO Mayur Gupta who shares how technical expertise, brand values and customer trust can drive digital finance innovation. This episode touches on crypto marketing with Kraken's CMO Mayur Gupta who shares how technical expertise, brand values and customer trust can drive digital finance innovation. Mayur Gupta, Chief Marketing and Growth Officer at Kraken, brings unique insight as a former developer turned marketing executive at one of crypto's longest-standing exchanges. In this episode, Mayur discusses the evolution of marketing in tech companies, the false dichotomy between brand and performance marketing and his vision for crypto adoption globally.  Links mentioned from the podcast:  The DeepSeek-R1 Effect and Web3-AI Mayur’s Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsor:  In Chinese, belief means trust. For 10 years, Consensus has united those who believe in building a new internet where everyone has value. Join us at Consensus Hong Kong February 18 - 20, 2025 where belief becomes real. Connect with global leaders, innovators, and investors shaping the future of Web3, and experience the power of collaboration at the industry's most influential event. Register now: https://go.coindesk.com/3BeigBq - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. This episode touches on crypto marketing with Kraken's CMO Mayur Gupta who shares how technical expertise, brand values and customer trust can drive digital finance innovation.

Mayur Gupta, Chief Marketing and Growth Officer at Kraken, brings unique insight as a former developer turned marketing executive at one of crypto's longest-standing exchanges. In this episode, Mayur discusses the evolution of marketing in tech companies, the false dichotomy between brand and performance marketing and his vision for crypto adoption globally. 

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]]> 2303 no The Rebirth of Enron with Connor Gaydos In this episode, we sit down with CEO, Connor Gaydos who spent $275 to acquire the abandoned Enron brand and is now working to transform one of America's most infamous corporate scandals into a symbol of redemption and innovation. Connor Gaydos, co-creator of the viral "Birds Aren't Real" movement and now the CEO of Enron, joins ‘Gen C’ to discuss his surprising acquisition and the relaunch of one of America's most notorious corporate brands. In this conversation, Connor shares his vision for transforming Enron through a combination of earnest business ventures—including home nuclear reactors and logistics services—and unique marketing tactics. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Connor’s Twitter Enron’s Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsor:  In Chinese, belief means trust. For 10 years, Consensus has united those who believe in building a new internet where everyone has value. Join us at Consensus Hong Kong February 18 - 20, 2025 where belief becomes real. Connect with global leaders, innovators, and investors shaping the future of Web3, and experience the power of collaboration at the industry's most influential event. Register now: https://go.coindesk.com/3BeigBq - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Tue, 04 Feb 2025 18:47:32 -0000 The Rebirth of Enron with Connor Gaydos full CoinDesk In this episode, we sit down with CEO, Connor Gaydos who spent $275 to acquire the abandoned Enron brand and is now working to transform one of America's most infamous corporate scandals into a symbol of redemption and innovation. In this episode, we sit down with CEO, Connor Gaydos who spent $275 to acquire the abandoned Enron brand and is now working to transform one of America's most infamous corporate scandals into a symbol of redemption and innovation. Connor Gaydos, co-creator of the viral "Birds Aren't Real" movement and now the CEO of Enron, joins ‘Gen C’ to discuss his surprising acquisition and the relaunch of one of America's most notorious corporate brands. In this conversation, Connor shares his vision for transforming Enron through a combination of earnest business ventures—including home nuclear reactors and logistics services—and unique marketing tactics. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Connor’s Twitter Enron’s Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsor:  In Chinese, belief means trust. For 10 years, Consensus has united those who believe in building a new internet where everyone has value. Join us at Consensus Hong Kong February 18 - 20, 2025 where belief becomes real. Connect with global leaders, innovators, and investors shaping the future of Web3, and experience the power of collaboration at the industry's most influential event. Register now: https://go.coindesk.com/3BeigBq - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. In this episode, we sit down with CEO, Connor Gaydos who spent $275 to acquire the abandoned Enron brand and is now working to transform one of America's most infamous corporate scandals into a symbol of redemption and innovation.

Connor Gaydos, co-creator of the viral "Birds Aren't Real" movement and now the CEO of Enron, joins ‘Gen C’ to discuss his surprising acquisition and the relaunch of one of America's most notorious corporate brands. In this conversation, Connor shares his vision for transforming Enron through a combination of earnest business ventures—including home nuclear reactors and logistics services—and unique marketing tactics.

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]]> 2168 no Remixing the Future of Collectibles with DJ Skee DJ Skee joins us this week to talk about  the evolution of marketing through product placement and the power of nostalgia in collecting. DJ Skee is a multifaceted entrepreneur known for breaking artists like Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, Lorde and pioneering marketing strategies in music and tech. As the founder of The Realist, he's revolutionizing the sports memorabilia industry through blockchain authentication and innovative collecting experiences. In this episode, Skee shares his journey from teenage hustler to cultural innovator, offering insights on everything from early influencer marketing to the future of digital collecting. Links mentioned from the podcast:  DJ Skee’s Twitter The Realist Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsor:  In Chinese, belief means trust. For 10 years, Consensus has united those who believe in building a new internet where everyone has value. Join us at Consensus Hong Kong February 18 - 20, 2025 where belief becomes real. Connect with global leaders, innovators, and investors shaping the future of Web3, and experience the power of collaboration at the industry's most influential event. Register now: https://go.coindesk.com/3BeigBq - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 20 Jan 2025 17:14:41 -0000 Remixing the Future of Collectibles with DJ Skee full CoinDesk DJ Skee joins us this week to talk about the evolution of marketing through product placement and the power of nostalgia in collecting. DJ Skee joins us this week to talk about  the evolution of marketing through product placement and the power of nostalgia in collecting. DJ Skee is a multifaceted entrepreneur known for breaking artists like Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, Lorde and pioneering marketing strategies in music and tech. As the founder of The Realist, he's revolutionizing the sports memorabilia industry through blockchain authentication and innovative collecting experiences. In this episode, Skee shares his journey from teenage hustler to cultural innovator, offering insights on everything from early influencer marketing to the future of digital collecting. Links mentioned from the podcast:  DJ Skee’s Twitter The Realist Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsor:  In Chinese, belief means trust. For 10 years, Consensus has united those who believe in building a new internet where everyone has value. Join us at Consensus Hong Kong February 18 - 20, 2025 where belief becomes real. Connect with global leaders, innovators, and investors shaping the future of Web3, and experience the power of collaboration at the industry's most influential event. Register now: https://go.coindesk.com/3BeigBq - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. DJ Skee joins us this week to talk about  the evolution of marketing through product placement and the power of nostalgia in collecting.

DJ Skee is a multifaceted entrepreneur known for breaking artists like Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, Lorde and pioneering marketing strategies in music and tech. As the founder of The Realist, he's revolutionizing the sports memorabilia industry through blockchain authentication and innovative collecting experiences. In this episode, Skee shares his journey from teenage hustler to cultural innovator, offering insights on everything from early influencer marketing to the future of digital collecting.

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]]> 2818 no The New Rules of Brand Building with Nick Tran Former TikTok Head of Marketing Nick Tran shares how the traditional marketing playbook is evolving and why brands need to rethink their approach to connecting with modern consumers. Nick Tran is a marketing innovator whose career spans leadership roles at Samsung, Hulu and most notably as Head of Marketing at TikTok during its explosive growth phase. In this episode, he discusses how TikTok revolutionized content consumption, why traditional brand marketing needs to evolve, and his perspectives on AI, organic social media and the future of marketing in 2025. Nick also shares anecdotes on how he became a Co-Executive Producer on Kanye West’s documentary Jeen-yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Meta’s fact-checking changes are just what Trump’s FCC head asked for Vayner Media x Ipsos Report Nick’s Twitter Nick’s LinkedIn Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsor:  In Chinese, belief means trust. For 10 years, Consensus has united those who believe in building a new internet where everyone has value. Join us at Consensus Hong Kong February 18 - 20, 2025 where belief becomes real. Connect with global leaders, innovators, and investors shaping the future of Web3, and experience the power of collaboration at the industry's most influential event. Register now: https://go.coindesk.com/3BeigBq - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Tue, 14 Jan 2025 00:24:34 -0000 The New Rules of Brand Building with Nick Tran full CoinDesk Former TikTok Head of Marketing Nick Tran shares how the traditional marketing playbook is evolving and why brands need to rethink their approach to connecting with modern consumers. Former TikTok Head of Marketing Nick Tran shares how the traditional marketing playbook is evolving and why brands need to rethink their approach to connecting with modern consumers. Nick Tran is a marketing innovator whose career spans leadership roles at Samsung, Hulu and most notably as Head of Marketing at TikTok during its explosive growth phase. In this episode, he discusses how TikTok revolutionized content consumption, why traditional brand marketing needs to evolve, and his perspectives on AI, organic social media and the future of marketing in 2025. Nick also shares anecdotes on how he became a Co-Executive Producer on Kanye West’s documentary Jeen-yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Meta’s fact-checking changes are just what Trump’s FCC head asked for Vayner Media x Ipsos Report Nick’s Twitter Nick’s LinkedIn Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsor:  In Chinese, belief means trust. For 10 years, Consensus has united those who believe in building a new internet where everyone has value. Join us at Consensus Hong Kong February 18 - 20, 2025 where belief becomes real. Connect with global leaders, innovators, and investors shaping the future of Web3, and experience the power of collaboration at the industry's most influential event. Register now: https://go.coindesk.com/3BeigBq - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Former TikTok Head of Marketing Nick Tran shares how the traditional marketing playbook is evolving and why brands need to rethink their approach to connecting with modern consumers.

Nick Tran is a marketing innovator whose career spans leadership roles at Samsung, Hulu and most notably as Head of Marketing at TikTok during its explosive growth phase. In this episode, he discusses how TikTok revolutionized content consumption, why traditional brand marketing needs to evolve, and his perspectives on AI, organic social media and the future of marketing in 2025. Nick also shares anecdotes on how he became a Co-Executive Producer on Kanye West’s documentary Jeen-yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy.

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]]> 2829 no The Year Ahead: 10 Bold Predictions for 2025 Gen C's first episode of 2025 features hosts Avery and Sam trading predictions about the future of entertainment, technology and sustainability, including bold forecasts about creator crossovers, AI personalization and the revival of dead brands. In the first episode of the year, hosts Avery and Sam share their predictions for 2025 across various sectors including creator economy, AI, gaming, crypto and sustainability. They discuss predictions ranging from Kai Cenat getting a major movie deal and GTA VI becoming the biggest video game launch ever, to the rise of personalized AI and live shopping in the US. The episode concludes with discussions about reviving dead brands and the growing importance of carbon-neutral technology. Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsor:  In Chinese, belief means trust. For 10 years, Consensus has united those who believe in building a new internet where everyone has value. Join us at Consensus Hong Kong February 18 - 20, 2025 where belief becomes real. Connect with global leaders, innovators, and investors shaping the future of Web3, and experience the power of collaboration at the industry's most influential event. Register now: https://go.coindesk.com/3BeigBq - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 06 Jan 2025 20:25:10 -0000 The Year Ahead: 10 Bold Predictions for 2025 full CoinDesk Gen C's first episode of 2025 features hosts Avery and Sam trading predictions about the future of entertainment, technology and sustainability, including bold forecasts about creator crossovers, AI personalization and the revival of dead brands. Gen C's first episode of 2025 features hosts Avery and Sam trading predictions about the future of entertainment, technology and sustainability, including bold forecasts about creator crossovers, AI personalization and the revival of dead brands. In the first episode of the year, hosts Avery and Sam share their predictions for 2025 across various sectors including creator economy, AI, gaming, crypto and sustainability. They discuss predictions ranging from Kai Cenat getting a major movie deal and GTA VI becoming the biggest video game launch ever, to the rise of personalized AI and live shopping in the US. The episode concludes with discussions about reviving dead brands and the growing importance of carbon-neutral technology. Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsor:  In Chinese, belief means trust. For 10 years, Consensus has united those who believe in building a new internet where everyone has value. Join us at Consensus Hong Kong February 18 - 20, 2025 where belief becomes real. Connect with global leaders, innovators, and investors shaping the future of Web3, and experience the power of collaboration at the industry's most influential event. Register now: https://go.coindesk.com/3BeigBq - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Gen C's first episode of 2025 features hosts Avery and Sam trading predictions about the future of entertainment, technology and sustainability, including bold forecasts about creator crossovers, AI personalization and the revival of dead brands.

In the first episode of the year, hosts Avery and Sam share their predictions for 2025 across various sectors including creator economy, AI, gaming, crypto and sustainability. They discuss predictions ranging from Kai Cenat getting a major movie deal and GTA VI becoming the biggest video game launch ever, to the rise of personalized AI and live shopping in the US. The episode concludes with discussions about reviving dead brands and the growing importance of carbon-neutral technology.

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]]> 1275 no From Wizard Magazine to Building a Comic Con Empire with Gareb Shamus Comic Con pioneer Gareb Shamus discusses the transformation of geek culture from niche to mainstream and reveals his latest venture in collectibles. Gareb Shamus, Founder of Wizard Magazine and Co-Founder of Comic Con, shares the untold origin story of cosplay at conventions and how his magazine revolutionized comic collecting through price guides and industry coverage. Gareb discusses transforming Comic Con into a cultural phenomenon and introduces StarPics, his new company creating authenticated celebrity autograph cards using innovative security features. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Pudgy Penguins PENGU Token Debuts at $2.3B Market Cap NVIDIA Unveils Its Most Affordable Generative AI Supercomputer Gareb’s Twitter StarPics Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsor:  In Chinese, belief means trust. For 10 years, Consensus has united those who believe in building a new internet where everyone has value. Join us at Consensus Hong Kong February 18 - 20, 2025 where belief becomes real. Connect with global leaders, innovators, and investors shaping the future of Web3, and experience the power of collaboration at the industry's most influential event. Register now: https://go.coindesk.com/3BeigBq - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 23 Dec 2024 20:56:13 -0000 From Wizard Magazine to Building a Comic Con Empire with Gareb Shamus full CoinDesk Comic Con pioneer Gareb Shamus discusses the transformation of geek culture from niche to mainstream and reveals his latest venture in collectibles. Comic Con pioneer Gareb Shamus discusses the transformation of geek culture from niche to mainstream and reveals his latest venture in collectibles. Gareb Shamus, Founder of Wizard Magazine and Co-Founder of Comic Con, shares the untold origin story of cosplay at conventions and how his magazine revolutionized comic collecting through price guides and industry coverage. Gareb discusses transforming Comic Con into a cultural phenomenon and introduces StarPics, his new company creating authenticated celebrity autograph cards using innovative security features. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Pudgy Penguins PENGU Token Debuts at $2.3B Market Cap NVIDIA Unveils Its Most Affordable Generative AI Supercomputer Gareb’s Twitter StarPics Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsor:  In Chinese, belief means trust. For 10 years, Consensus has united those who believe in building a new internet where everyone has value. Join us at Consensus Hong Kong February 18 - 20, 2025 where belief becomes real. Connect with global leaders, innovators, and investors shaping the future of Web3, and experience the power of collaboration at the industry's most influential event. Register now: https://go.coindesk.com/3BeigBq - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Comic Con pioneer Gareb Shamus discusses the transformation of geek culture from niche to mainstream and reveals his latest venture in collectibles.

Gareb Shamus, Founder of Wizard Magazine and Co-Founder of Comic Con, shares the untold origin story of cosplay at conventions and how his magazine revolutionized comic collecting through price guides and industry coverage. Gareb discusses transforming Comic Con into a cultural phenomenon and introduces StarPics, his new company creating authenticated celebrity autograph cards using innovative security features.

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]]> 3169 no Building Authentic Communities in the Digital Age with Kudzi Chikumbu From accountant to TikTok executive to "Sir Candle Man," Kudzi shares his insights on authentic content creation and the evolving creator economy. In this episode, we sit down with Kudzi Chikumbu, former Global Head of Creator Marketing at TikTok turned creator, investor and advisor who helped shape the platform's early creator partnerships and brought it into modern awareness. Kudzi shares his unique journey from Zimbabwe to Silicon Valley and from accounting to becoming an influential voice in the creator economy. The conversation spans everything from the evolution of social media platforms to specific strategies for aspiring creators and Kudzi’s love for a good candle! Links mentioned from the podcast:  Kudzi’s Twitter Kudzi’s TikTok Sir Candle Man’s TikTok Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsor:  In Chinese, belief means trust. For 10 years, Consensus has united those who believe in building a new internet where everyone has value. Join us at Consensus Hong Kong February 18 - 20, 2025 where belief becomes real. Connect with global leaders, innovators, and investors shaping the future of Web3, and experience the power of collaboration at the industry's most influential event. Register now: https://go.coindesk.com/3BeigBq - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 16 Dec 2024 21:13:47 -0000 Building Authentic Communities in the Digital Age with Kudzi Chikumbu full CoinDesk From accountant to TikTok executive to "Sir Candle Man," Kudzi shares his insights on authentic content creation and the evolving creator economy. From accountant to TikTok executive to "Sir Candle Man," Kudzi shares his insights on authentic content creation and the evolving creator economy. In this episode, we sit down with Kudzi Chikumbu, former Global Head of Creator Marketing at TikTok turned creator, investor and advisor who helped shape the platform's early creator partnerships and brought it into modern awareness. Kudzi shares his unique journey from Zimbabwe to Silicon Valley and from accounting to becoming an influential voice in the creator economy. The conversation spans everything from the evolution of social media platforms to specific strategies for aspiring creators and Kudzi’s love for a good candle! Links mentioned from the podcast:  Kudzi’s Twitter Kudzi’s TikTok Sir Candle Man’s TikTok Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsor:  In Chinese, belief means trust. For 10 years, Consensus has united those who believe in building a new internet where everyone has value. Join us at Consensus Hong Kong February 18 - 20, 2025 where belief becomes real. Connect with global leaders, innovators, and investors shaping the future of Web3, and experience the power of collaboration at the industry's most influential event. Register now: https://go.coindesk.com/3BeigBq - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. From accountant to TikTok executive to "Sir Candle Man," Kudzi shares his insights on authentic content creation and the evolving creator economy.

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]]> 2778 no How Flip.shop is Rewarding Consumer Engagement with Their Shopping Social Network Rembrandt Flores joins the pod to talk about his journey from PR to crypto to now Flip.shop, where he's revolutionizing social commerce through authentic brand partnerships and consumer rewards. Rembrandt Flores, Chief Brand and Amplification Officer at Flip.shop, brings his extensive background in communications and crypto to discuss the future of social commerce. Rembrandt shares how Flip.shop is revolutionizing online shopping by rewarding users for their engagement and authentic product reviews and discusses the challenges of brand building in crypto to the evolution of social commerce. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Rembrandt’s Twitter Flip.shop Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 02 Dec 2024 20:50:31 -0000 How Flip.shop is Rewarding Consumer Engagement with Their Shopping Social Network full CoinDesk Rembrandt Flores joins the pod to talk about his journey from PR to crypto to now Flip.shop, where he's revolutionizing social commerce through authentic brand partnerships and consumer rewards. Rembrandt Flores joins the pod to talk about his journey from PR to crypto to now Flip.shop, where he's revolutionizing social commerce through authentic brand partnerships and consumer rewards. Rembrandt Flores, Chief Brand and Amplification Officer at Flip.shop, brings his extensive background in communications and crypto to discuss the future of social commerce. Rembrandt shares how Flip.shop is revolutionizing online shopping by rewarding users for their engagement and authentic product reviews and discusses the challenges of brand building in crypto to the evolution of social commerce. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Rembrandt’s Twitter Flip.shop Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Rembrandt Flores joins the pod to talk about his journey from PR to crypto to now Flip.shop, where he's revolutionizing social commerce through authentic brand partnerships and consumer rewards.

Rembrandt Flores, Chief Brand and Amplification Officer at Flip.shop, brings his extensive background in communications and crypto to discuss the future of social commerce. Rembrandt shares how Flip.shop is revolutionizing online shopping by rewarding users for their engagement and authentic product reviews and discusses the challenges of brand building in crypto to the evolution of social commerce.

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]]> 1891 no McDonald's to Meme Coins: Culture's New Financial Frontier This week, Avery and Sam dissect three major cultural shifts happening: Web3 going mainstream, creator influence reaching new heights and the increasing financialization of culture. In this episode, hosts Avery and Sam discuss the McDonald's x Doodles partnership and what it signals for Web3 brand collaborations. They also explore the growing power of creators and influencers, using Jake Paul's recent Netflix boxing match as a recent case study and finally, they dive into crypto's latest bull run and why everyone from 12-year-olds to art collectors are trying to cash in on the culture market. Links mentioned from the podcast:  110M Doodles coffee cups appear at McDonald’s across the US: NFT Collector Netflix Says Mike Tyson-Jake Paul Was a ‘Huge Success,’ While Acknowledging Tech Issues ‘The world's most expensive banana’: Maurizio Cattelan’s Comedian fetches $6.2m at Sotheby’s New York Liz Hagelthorn’s LinkedIn post Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 25 Nov 2024 19:22:36 -0000 McDonald's to Meme Coins: Culture's New Financial Frontier full CoinDesk This week, Avery and Sam dissect three major cultural shifts happening: Web3 going mainstream, creator influence reaching new heights and the increasing financialization of culture. This week, Avery and Sam dissect three major cultural shifts happening: Web3 going mainstream, creator influence reaching new heights and the increasing financialization of culture. In this episode, hosts Avery and Sam discuss the McDonald's x Doodles partnership and what it signals for Web3 brand collaborations. They also explore the growing power of creators and influencers, using Jake Paul's recent Netflix boxing match as a recent case study and finally, they dive into crypto's latest bull run and why everyone from 12-year-olds to art collectors are trying to cash in on the culture market. Links mentioned from the podcast:  110M Doodles coffee cups appear at McDonald’s across the US: NFT Collector Netflix Says Mike Tyson-Jake Paul Was a ‘Huge Success,’ While Acknowledging Tech Issues ‘The world's most expensive banana’: Maurizio Cattelan’s Comedian fetches $6.2m at Sotheby’s New York Liz Hagelthorn’s LinkedIn post Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. This week, Avery and Sam dissect three major cultural shifts happening: Web3 going mainstream, creator influence reaching new heights and the increasing financialization of culture.

In this episode, hosts Avery and Sam discuss the McDonald's x Doodles partnership and what it signals for Web3 brand collaborations. They also explore the growing power of creators and influencers, using Jake Paul's recent Netflix boxing match as a recent case study and finally, they dive into crypto's latest bull run and why everyone from 12-year-olds to art collectors are trying to cash in on the culture market.

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]]> 1889 no From Web1 to Web3: Lessons from Tech Marketing Veteran Grad Conn of Avalanche In this episode of “Gen C”, CMO of Avalanche, Grad Conn discusses everything from digital brand building to on-chain ownership rights, and shares insights from his decades of experience with Microsoft, Sprinklr and other tech companies. CMO of Avalanche, Grad Conn is bringing decades of marketing experience from CMO roles at Microsoft and Sprinklr as well as his own tech startups to the pod. In this episode, he discusses Avalanche's approach to building a developer-friendly blockchain and draws parallels between Web3 and the early days of the internet. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Avalanche Website Grad’s Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 11 Nov 2024 18:09:32 -0000 From Web1 to Web3: Lessons from Tech Marketing Veteran Grad Conn of Avalanche full CoinDesk In this episode of “Gen C”, CMO of Avalanche, Grad Conn discusses everything from digital brand building to on-chain ownership rights, and shares insights from his decades of experience with Microsoft, Sprinklr and other tech companies. In this episode of “Gen C”, CMO of Avalanche, Grad Conn discusses everything from digital brand building to on-chain ownership rights, and shares insights from his decades of experience with Microsoft, Sprinklr and other tech companies. CMO of Avalanche, Grad Conn is bringing decades of marketing experience from CMO roles at Microsoft and Sprinklr as well as his own tech startups to the pod. In this episode, he discusses Avalanche's approach to building a developer-friendly blockchain and draws parallels between Web3 and the early days of the internet. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Avalanche Website Grad’s Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. In this episode of “Gen C”, CMO of Avalanche, Grad Conn discusses everything from digital brand building to on-chain ownership rights, and shares insights from his decades of experience with Microsoft, Sprinklr and other tech companies.

CMO of Avalanche, Grad Conn is bringing decades of marketing experience from CMO roles at Microsoft and Sprinklr as well as his own tech startups to the pod. In this episode, he discusses Avalanche's approach to building a developer-friendly blockchain and draws parallels between Web3 and the early days of the internet.

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]]> 2479 no Gen C’s 100th Episode: Crypto's Future with Keith Grossman of MoonPay For our 100th episode, Keith Grossman of MoonPay joins us to discuss his journey from legacy media brands to crypto’s future post election. Keith Grossman, President of Enterprise at MoonPay and former President of TIME, is a veteran media executive turned crypto innovator who has been instrumental in bridging traditional brands with Web3 technologies. Keith pioneered NFT initiatives like TIMEPieces and has consistently been at the forefront of digital transformation. In our 100th episode of “Gen C”, he shares insights about the future of crypto adoption, the role of stablecoins in global finance and why blockchain technology will complement rather than replace existing financial systems. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Mr. Beast's Crypto Controversy: Breaking Down the Allegations Keith’s Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 04 Nov 2024 21:02:36 -0000 Gen C’s 100th Episode: Crypto's Future with Keith Grossman of MoonPay full CoinDesk For our 100th episode, Keith Grossman of MoonPay joins us to discuss his journey from legacy media brands to crypto’s future post election. For our 100th episode, Keith Grossman of MoonPay joins us to discuss his journey from legacy media brands to crypto’s future post election. Keith Grossman, President of Enterprise at MoonPay and former President of TIME, is a veteran media executive turned crypto innovator who has been instrumental in bridging traditional brands with Web3 technologies. Keith pioneered NFT initiatives like TIMEPieces and has consistently been at the forefront of digital transformation. In our 100th episode of “Gen C”, he shares insights about the future of crypto adoption, the role of stablecoins in global finance and why blockchain technology will complement rather than replace existing financial systems. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Mr. Beast's Crypto Controversy: Breaking Down the Allegations Keith’s Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. For our 100th episode, Keith Grossman of MoonPay joins us to discuss his journey from legacy media brands to crypto’s future post election.

Keith Grossman, President of Enterprise at MoonPay and former President of TIME, is a veteran media executive turned crypto innovator who has been instrumental in bridging traditional brands with Web3 technologies. Keith pioneered NFT initiatives like TIMEPieces and has consistently been at the forefront of digital transformation. In our 100th episode of “Gen C”, he shares insights about the future of crypto adoption, the role of stablecoins in global finance and why blockchain technology will complement rather than replace existing financial systems.

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]]> 2949 no Navigating Brand Identity in Polarized Times Avery and Sam discuss the latest news touching on global fintech opportunities, AI's impact on business culture and brand positioning during political upheaval. In this episode, hosts Avery and Sam talk about the untapped potential of digital payments in emerging markets and the transformation of white-collar work through AI. They discuss the challenges brands face in navigating political discourse while maintaining authenticity, using recent examples like McDonald's response to campaign controversies. Links mentioned from the podcast:  AI 'bubble' will burst 99 percent of players, says Baidu CEO The Most Powerful Women in Sports Marketing Share Their Game Plan Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Wed, 30 Oct 2024 14:56:59 -0000 Navigating Brand Identity in Polarized Times full CoinDesk Avery and Sam discuss the latest news touching on global fintech opportunities, AI's impact on business culture and brand positioning during political upheaval. Avery and Sam discuss the latest news touching on global fintech opportunities, AI's impact on business culture and brand positioning during political upheaval. In this episode, hosts Avery and Sam talk about the untapped potential of digital payments in emerging markets and the transformation of white-collar work through AI. They discuss the challenges brands face in navigating political discourse while maintaining authenticity, using recent examples like McDonald's response to campaign controversies. Links mentioned from the podcast:  AI 'bubble' will burst 99 percent of players, says Baidu CEO The Most Powerful Women in Sports Marketing Share Their Game Plan Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Avery and Sam discuss the latest news touching on global fintech opportunities, AI's impact on business culture and brand positioning during political upheaval.

In this episode, hosts Avery and Sam talk about the untapped potential of digital payments in emerging markets and the transformation of white-collar work through AI. They discuss the challenges brands face in navigating political discourse while maintaining authenticity, using recent examples like McDonald's response to campaign controversies.

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]]> 1916 no Nigeria's Crypto Revolution: Beyond the Currency Crisis Live from Stellar Meridian, host Sam Ewen discusses with guests how Nigeria's currency crisis is spurring innovation in blockchain technology. In this special episode of Gen C, Gwera Kiwana, VP of blockchain at Onafriq, joins Nestcoin CEO Yele Bademosi at CoinDesk Live at Stellar Meridian to discuss the currency crisis in Africa and how crypto can provide a solution for payments in the region. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Gwera’s Twitter Yele’s Twitter Onafriq Website Nestcoin Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Wed, 23 Oct 2024 14:48:52 -0000 Nigeria's Crypto Revolution: Beyond the Currency Crisis full CoinDesk Live from Stellar Meridian, host Sam Ewen discusses with guests how Nigeria's currency crisis is spurring innovation in blockchain technology. Live from Stellar Meridian, host Sam Ewen discusses with guests how Nigeria's currency crisis is spurring innovation in blockchain technology. In this special episode of Gen C, Gwera Kiwana, VP of blockchain at Onafriq, joins Nestcoin CEO Yele Bademosi at CoinDesk Live at Stellar Meridian to discuss the currency crisis in Africa and how crypto can provide a solution for payments in the region. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Gwera’s Twitter Yele’s Twitter Onafriq Website Nestcoin Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Live from Stellar Meridian, host Sam Ewen discusses with guests how Nigeria's currency crisis is spurring innovation in blockchain technology.

In this special episode of Gen C, Gwera Kiwana, VP of blockchain at Onafriq, joins Nestcoin CEO Yele Bademosi at CoinDesk Live at Stellar Meridian to discuss the currency crisis in Africa and how crypto can provide a solution for payments in the region.

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]]> 1577 no Markers of On-Chain Identity with CEO of Dapper Labs, Roham Gharegozlou Dapper Labs CEO Roham Gharegozlou discusses how digital collectibles and partnerships with major brands like NBA, NFL and Disney are laying the foundation for on-chain identity. Roham Gharegozlou, CEO and co-founder of Dapper Labs, joins the show to discuss the evolution of digital collectibles and blockchain technology. From the early days of CryptoKitties to partnerships with major brands like NBA, NFL, and Disney, Roham shares insights on creating authentic experiences for super-fan communities. This episode explores the growing adoption of blockchain technology, the integration of AI with their virtual influencer Lil Miquela and the company's vision for the future of digital ownership. Links mentioned from the podcast:  How North Korea Infiltrated the Crypto Industry OpenAI Completes Deal That Values Company at $157 Billion Roham’s Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Tue, 08 Oct 2024 13:00:00 -0000 Markers of On-Chain Identity with CEO of Dapper Labs, Roham Gharegozlou full CoinDesk Dapper Labs CEO Roham Gharegozlou discusses how digital collectibles and partnerships with major brands like NBA, NFL and Disney are laying the foundation for on-chain identity, Dapper Labs CEO Roham Gharegozlou discusses how digital collectibles and partnerships with major brands like NBA, NFL and Disney are laying the foundation for on-chain identity. Roham Gharegozlou, CEO and co-founder of Dapper Labs, joins the show to discuss the evolution of digital collectibles and blockchain technology. From the early days of CryptoKitties to partnerships with major brands like NBA, NFL, and Disney, Roham shares insights on creating authentic experiences for super-fan communities. This episode explores the growing adoption of blockchain technology, the integration of AI with their virtual influencer Lil Miquela and the company's vision for the future of digital ownership. Links mentioned from the podcast:  How North Korea Infiltrated the Crypto Industry OpenAI Completes Deal That Values Company at $157 Billion Roham’s Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Dapper Labs CEO Roham Gharegozlou discusses how digital collectibles and partnerships with major brands like NBA, NFL and Disney are laying the foundation for on-chain identity.

Roham Gharegozlou, CEO and co-founder of Dapper Labs, joins the show to discuss the evolution of digital collectibles and blockchain technology. From the early days of CryptoKitties to partnerships with major brands like NBA, NFL, and Disney, Roham shares insights on creating authentic experiences for super-fan communities. This episode explores the growing adoption of blockchain technology, the integration of AI with their virtual influencer Lil Miquela and the company's vision for the future of digital ownership.

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]]> 2708 no Beyond the Frame: The Future of AR with Snap's Resh Sidhu Resh Sidhu of Snap discusses how Snapchat's AR and AI innovations are reshaping social media and brand connections. In this episode, we're joined by Resh Sidhu, Global Director of Arcadia at Snap. Resh takes us through Snapchat's journey in AR technology, from dog-ear filters to groundbreaking projects like NYX's Beauty Bestie. She discusses how Snapchat is leveraging AI to democratize content creation and explains why the platform continues to resonate with both Gen Z and Millennials. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Google’s abuse of Fitbit continues with web app shutdown Resh’s Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 30 Sep 2024 19:28:27 -0000 Beyond the Frame: The Future of AR with Snap's Resh Sidhu full CoinDesk Resh Sidhu of Snap discusses how Snapchat's AR and AI innovations are reshaping social media and brand connections. In this episode, we're joined by Resh Sidhu, Global Director of Arcadia at Snap. Resh takes us through Snapchat's journey in AR technology, from dog-ear filters to groundbreaking projects like NYX's Beauty Bestie. She discusses how Snapchat is leveraging AI to democratize content creation and explains why the platform continues to resonate with both Gen Z and Millennials. Links mentioned from the podcast: Google’s abuse of Fitbit continues with web app shutdownResh’s TwitterWatch this episode on video:YouTubeCoinDeskFollow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3- "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Resh Sidhu of Snap discusses how Snapchat's AR and AI innovations are reshaping social media and brand connections. In this episode, we're joined by Resh Sidhu, Global Director of Arcadia at Snap. Resh takes us through Snapchat's journey in AR technology, from dog-ear filters to groundbreaking projects like NYX's Beauty Bestie. She discusses how Snapchat is leveraging AI to democratize content creation and explains why the platform continues to resonate with both Gen Z and Millennials. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Google’s abuse of Fitbit continues with web app shutdown Resh’s Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Resh Sidhu of Snap discusses how Snapchat's AR and AI innovations are reshaping social media and brand connections.

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]]> 2556 no Dumb Money's Chris Camillo on Spotting Trends and The Future of Investing In this episode, learn from investor Chris Camillo on how observing social trends can lead to extraordinary investment returns and why humanoid robots could be the next big thing. Chris Camillo, investor, creator of Dumb Money and author, shares his unconventional "social arbitrage" investment strategy that has yielded impressive returns over the past 17 years. In this episode, Chris explains how he identifies consumer trends through social media analysis, particularly TikTok comments, to make profitable investments. He also discusses his outlook on AI and humanoid robotics as transformative technologies that will create massive investment opportunities in the near future. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Lionsgate, Studio Behind ‘John Wick,’ Signs Deal With AI Startup Runway Chris’ Twitter Dumb Money YouTube Dumb Money Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 23 Sep 2024 17:36:42 -0000 Dumb Money's Chris Camillo on Spotting Trends and The Future of Investing full CoinDesk In this episode, learn from investor Chris Camillo on how observing social trends can lead to extraordinary investment returns and why humanoid robots could be the next big thing. In this episode, learn from investor Chris Camillo on how observing social trends can lead to extraordinary investment returns and why humanoid robots could be the next big thing. Chris Camillo, investor, creator of Dumb Money and author, shares his unconventional "social arbitrage" investment strategy that has yielded impressive returns over the past 17 years. In this episode, Chris explains how he identifies consumer trends through social media analysis, particularly TikTok comments, to make profitable investments. He also discusses his outlook on AI and humanoid robotics as transformative technologies that will create massive investment opportunities in the near future. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Lionsgate, Studio Behind ‘John Wick,’ Signs Deal With AI Startup Runway Chris’ Twitter Dumb Money YouTube Dumb Money Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. In this episode, learn from investor Chris Camillo on how observing social trends can lead to extraordinary investment returns and why humanoid robots could be the next big thing.

Chris Camillo, investor, creator of Dumb Money and author, shares his unconventional "social arbitrage" investment strategy that has yielded impressive returns over the past 17 years. In this episode, Chris explains how he identifies consumer trends through social media analysis, particularly TikTok comments, to make profitable investments. He also discusses his outlook on AI and humanoid robotics as transformative technologies that will create massive investment opportunities in the near future.

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]]> 2667 no Sony's Blockchain Bet: Empowering Creators in the Web3 Era In this episode, Sota Watanabe dives into how Sony's foray into Web3 with Sonieum, tackling issues like royalty payouts while aiming to make Web3 more user-friendly. Sota Watanabe, Director of Sony's blockchain initiative and CEO of Startale, joins the show to discuss Sonieum, Sony's new blockchain project. He shares insights on how blockchain technology could revolutionize the entertainment industry by empowering creators and solving issues like royalty distribution. Watanabe also discusses the challenges of achieving mainstream adoption of Web3 technologies and why Asia is at the forefront of blockchain innovation. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Social Platform Friend.tech Shuts Down, Creators Walk Away with $44M Second Assassination Attempt Barely Moves Trump's Polymarket Odds OpenAI’s New o1 Model Leverages Chain-Of-Thought Double-Checking To Reduce AI Hallucinations And Boost AI Safety Sota’s Twitter Sonieum Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Tue, 17 Sep 2024 14:20:05 -0000 Sony's Blockchain Bet: Empowering Creators in the Web3 Era full CoinDesk In this episode, Sota Watanabe dives into how Sony's foray into Web3 with Sonieum, tackling issues like royalty payouts while aiming to make Web3 more user-friendly. In this episode, Sota Watanabe dives into how Sony's foray into Web3 with Sonieum, tackling issues like royalty payouts while aiming to make Web3 more user-friendly. Sota Watanabe, Director of Sony's blockchain initiative and CEO of Startale, joins the show to discuss Sonieum, Sony's new blockchain project. He shares insights on how blockchain technology could revolutionize the entertainment industry by empowering creators and solving issues like royalty distribution. Watanabe also discusses the challenges of achieving mainstream adoption of Web3 technologies and why Asia is at the forefront of blockchain innovation. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Social Platform Friend.tech Shuts Down, Creators Walk Away with $44M Second Assassination Attempt Barely Moves Trump's Polymarket Odds OpenAI’s New o1 Model Leverages Chain-Of-Thought Double-Checking To Reduce AI Hallucinations And Boost AI Safety Sota’s Twitter Sonieum Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. In this episode, Sota Watanabe dives into how Sony's foray into Web3 with Sonieum, tackling issues like royalty payouts while aiming to make Web3 more user-friendly.

Sota Watanabe, Director of Sony's blockchain initiative and CEO of Startale, joins the show to discuss Sonieum, Sony's new blockchain project. He shares insights on how blockchain technology could revolutionize the entertainment industry by empowering creators and solving issues like royalty distribution. Watanabe also discusses the challenges of achieving mainstream adoption of Web3 technologies and why Asia is at the forefront of blockchain innovation.

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]]> 2017 no The Power of Digital Ownership and The Blueprint for Web3 with Yat Siu Yat Siu of Animoca Brands discusses the evolution of Web3, NFTs and gaming, sharing insights on decentralization, intellectual property and the future of the industry. In this episode, we sit down with Yat Siu, chairman and co-founder of Animoca Brands, a leading company in the Web3 space, as he shares his journey from Atari to becoming a major player in the blockchain world, highlighting Animoca’s investment strategy and vision for the future of NFTs and gaming. We also talk to Yat about the state of Web3, the importance of owning digital network effects and the role of intellectual property rights. Links mentioned from the podcast:  National Novel Writing Month Faces Backlash Over AI Issues A Judge Has Banned Elon Musk's X in Brazil US SEC continues to pursue aggressive and arbitrary regulation of NFTs Yat’s Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Tue, 10 Sep 2024 13:57:55 -0000 The Power of Digital Ownership and The Blueprint for Web3 with Yat Siu full CoinDesk Yat Siu of Animoca Brands discusses the evolution of Web3, NFTs and gaming, sharing insights on decentralization, intellectual property and the future of the industry. Yat Siu of Animoca Brands discusses the evolution of Web3, NFTs and gaming, sharing insights on decentralization, intellectual property and the future of the industry. In this episode, we sit down with Yat Siu, chairman and co-founder of Animoca Brands, a leading company in the Web3 space, as he shares his journey from Atari to becoming a major player in the blockchain world, highlighting Animoca’s investment strategy and vision for the future of NFTs and gaming. We also talk to Yat about the state of Web3, the importance of owning digital network effects and the role of intellectual property rights. Links mentioned from the podcast:  National Novel Writing Month Faces Backlash Over AI Issues A Judge Has Banned Elon Musk's X in Brazil US SEC continues to pursue aggressive and arbitrary regulation of NFTs Yat’s Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Yat Siu of Animoca Brands discusses the evolution of Web3, NFTs and gaming, sharing insights on decentralization, intellectual property and the future of the industry.

In this episode, we sit down with Yat Siu, chairman and co-founder of Animoca Brands, a leading company in the Web3 space, as he shares his journey from Atari to becoming a major player in the blockchain world, highlighting Animoca’s investment strategy and vision for the future of NFTs and gaming. We also talk to Yat about the state of Web3, the importance of owning digital network effects and the role of intellectual property rights.

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]]> 3115 no What We’re Reading: The Books Redefining Marketing and Innovation This week, we shift direction to a conversation between Avery and Sam about their book recommendations offering listeners insights into the long-form writing that has shaped their careers and thinking in the industry. In this episode, hosts Avery and Sam explore the books that have impacted their careers in marketing and innovation. From classic advertising texts to AI literature, they discuss how these works have shaped their thinking and approaches to business. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Avery’s Picks: Smart Brevity: The Power of Saying More with Less Day Trading Attention: How to Actually Build Brand and Sales in the New Social Media World Superintelligence: Paths, Dangers, Strategies Laws of Growth (How Brands Grow: What Marketers Don't Know) The Algebra of Wealth: A Simple Formula for Financial Security Bonus: Tribe: On Homecoming and Belonging, Breakfast at Tiffany’s Sam’s Picks: The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference The Fish That Ate the Whale: The Life and Times of America's Banana King Propaganda Steve Jobs Ogilvy on Advertising Bonus: Pattern Recognition, Spook Country, Zero History Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 26 Aug 2024 19:08:33 -0000 What We’re Reading: The Books Redefining Marketing and Innovation full CoinDesk This week, we shift direction to a conversation between Avery and Sam about their book recommendations offering listeners insights into the long-form writing that has shaped their careers and thinking in the industry. This week, we shift direction to a conversation between Avery and Sam about their book recommendations offering listeners insights into the long-form writing that has shaped their careers and thinking in the industry. In this episode, hosts Avery and Sam explore the books that have impacted their careers in marketing and innovation. From classic advertising texts to AI literature, they discuss how these works have shaped their thinking and approaches to business. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Avery’s Picks: Smart Brevity: The Power of Saying More with Less Day Trading Attention: How to Actually Build Brand and Sales in the New Social Media World Superintelligence: Paths, Dangers, Strategies Laws of Growth (How Brands Grow: What Marketers Don't Know) The Algebra of Wealth: A Simple Formula for Financial Security Bonus: Tribe: On Homecoming and Belonging, Breakfast at Tiffany’s Sam’s Picks: The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference The Fish That Ate the Whale: The Life and Times of America's Banana King Propaganda Steve Jobs Ogilvy on Advertising Bonus: Pattern Recognition, Spook Country, Zero History Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. This week, we shift direction to a conversation between Avery and Sam about their book recommendations offering listeners insights into the long-form writing that has shaped their careers and thinking in the industry.

In this episode, hosts Avery and Sam explore the books that have impacted their careers in marketing and innovation. From classic advertising texts to AI literature, they discuss how these works have shaped their thinking and approaches to business.

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]]> 1241 no How The World Works: Financial Innovation in Blockchain and AI with Visa’s Vanessa Colella Visa's Head of Innovation and Digital Partnerships shares insights on the future of payments, from cryptocurrencies to the creator economy. Vanessa Colella, Head of Innovation and Digital Partnerships at Visa, joins the podcast to discuss how Visa is shaping the future of finance and commerce. She explains Visa's work on stablecoins, tokenization, AI and solutions for creators and small businesses. Colella also shares her thoughts on broader fintech trends and Visa's approach to innovation focused on solving real-world problems. Links mentioned from the podcast:  How Kamala Harris TikTok Remixes Reveal the Future of Music Consumption Squid Game: The (immersive) Experience is coming to New York City in October Being Digital book by Nicholas Negroponte Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 19 Aug 2024 20:00:16 -0000 How The World Works: Financial Innovation in Blockchain and AI with Visa’s Vanessa Colella full CoinDesk Visa's Head of Innovation and Digital Partnerships shares insights on the future of payments, from cryptocurrencies to the creator economy. Visa's Head of Innovation and Digital Partnerships shares insights on the future of payments, from cryptocurrencies to the creator economy. Vanessa Colella, Head of Innovation and Digital Partnerships at Visa, joins the podcast to discuss how Visa is shaping the future of finance and commerce. She explains Visa's work on stablecoins, tokenization, AI and solutions for creators and small businesses. Colella also shares her thoughts on broader fintech trends and Visa's approach to innovation focused on solving real-world problems. Links mentioned from the podcast:  How Kamala Harris TikTok Remixes Reveal the Future of Music Consumption Squid Game: The (immersive) Experience is coming to New York City in October Being Digital book by Nicholas Negroponte Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Visa's Head of Innovation and Digital Partnerships shares insights on the future of payments, from cryptocurrencies to the creator economy.

Vanessa Colella, Head of Innovation and Digital Partnerships at Visa, joins the podcast to discuss how Visa is shaping the future of finance and commerce. She explains Visa's work on stablecoins, tokenization, AI and solutions for creators and small businesses. Colella also shares her thoughts on broader fintech trends and Visa's approach to innovation focused on solving real-world problems.

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]]> 2751 no From LOLPics to Web3: 9GAG's Ray Chan on the Evolution of Memes Memeland and 9GAG’s Founder and CEO, Ray Chan discusses the evolution of meme culture and shares his insights on the future of internet culture and digital ownership. In this episode, we sit down with Ray Chan, Founder and CEO of 9GAG and Memeland, one of the world's largest independent meme-sharing websites and his Web3 venture studio. Ray shares the origin story of 9GAG and offers insights into the evolution of meme culture over the past 16 years. He discusses the intersection of memes with Web3 and NFTs and provides his perspective on the future of internet culture and digital ownership. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Ray’s Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 12 Aug 2024 15:34:32 -0000 From LOLPics to Web3: 9GAG's Ray Chan on the Evolution of Memes full CoinDesk Memeland and 9GAG’s Founder and CEO, Ray Chan discusses the evolution of meme culture and shares his insights on the future of internet culture and digital ownership. Memeland and 9GAG’s Founder and CEO, Ray Chan discusses the evolution of meme culture and shares his insights on the future of internet culture and digital ownership. In this episode, we sit down with Ray Chan, Founder and CEO of 9GAG and Memeland, one of the world's largest independent meme-sharing websites and his Web3 venture studio. Ray shares the origin story of 9GAG and offers insights into the evolution of meme culture over the past 16 years. He discusses the intersection of memes with Web3 and NFTs and provides his perspective on the future of internet culture and digital ownership. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Ray’s Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Memeland and 9GAG’s Founder and CEO, Ray Chan discusses the evolution of meme culture and shares his insights on the future of internet culture and digital ownership.

In this episode, we sit down with Ray Chan, Founder and CEO of 9GAG and Memeland, one of the world's largest independent meme-sharing websites and his Web3 venture studio. Ray shares the origin story of 9GAG and offers insights into the evolution of meme culture over the past 16 years. He discusses the intersection of memes with Web3 and NFTs and provides his perspective on the future of internet culture and digital ownership.

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]]> 2493 no Traditional Marketing Meets Crypto Innovation with Binance’s CMO Rachel Conlan Rachel Conlan, CMO of Binance, discusses the company's marketing strategies, challenges in crypto adoption and her vision for the future in this week’s episode of “Gen C”. In this episode, we speak with Rachel Conlan, Chief Marketing Officer of Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange. Rachel discusses Binance's strategies for attracting new users, the importance of education in crypto adoption, and the role of brand partnerships in the industry by shedding light on their partnership with Cristiano Ronaldo. She also shares her vision for the future of Binance and the broader cryptocurrency landscape. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Not Like Us Game Dallas Influencer Nara Smith Is Angering TikTok Again, Now With a Marc Jacobs Ad DraftKings Dumps NFT Business, Citing Legal Developments Meta Scraps Celebrity AI Chatbots That Fell Flat With Users Rachel’s Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 05 Aug 2024 17:57:22 -0000 Traditional Marketing Meets Crypto Innovation with Binance’s CMO Rachel Conlan full CoinDesk Rachel Conlan, CMO of Binance, discusses the company's marketing strategies, challenges in crypto adoption and her vision for the future in this week’s episode of “Gen C”. Rachel Conlan, CMO of Binance, discusses the company's marketing strategies, challenges in crypto adoption and her vision for the future in this week’s episode of “Gen C”. In this episode, we speak with Rachel Conlan, Chief Marketing Officer of Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange. Rachel discusses Binance's strategies for attracting new users, the importance of education in crypto adoption, and the role of brand partnerships in the industry by shedding light on their partnership with Cristiano Ronaldo. She also shares her vision for the future of Binance and the broader cryptocurrency landscape. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Not Like Us Game Dallas Influencer Nara Smith Is Angering TikTok Again, Now With a Marc Jacobs Ad DraftKings Dumps NFT Business, Citing Legal Developments Meta Scraps Celebrity AI Chatbots That Fell Flat With Users Rachel’s Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Rachel Conlan, CMO of Binance, discusses the company's marketing strategies, challenges in crypto adoption and her vision for the future in this week’s episode of “Gen C”.

In this episode, we speak with Rachel Conlan, Chief Marketing Officer of Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange. Rachel discusses Binance's strategies for attracting new users, the importance of education in crypto adoption, and the role of brand partnerships in the industry by shedding light on their partnership with Cristiano Ronaldo. She also shares her vision for the future of Binance and the broader cryptocurrency landscape.

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]]> 3423 no Memes Are Serious Business: Licensing, AI and Digital IP with Liz Hagelthorn of SmarterLicense In this episode, we explore how memes are reshaping the digital landscape and learn about innovative content licensing strategies with SmarterLicense founder Liz Hagelthorn. Liz Hagelthorn, founder and CEO of SmarterLicense, joins the pod to discuss the intricate world of meme culture and content licensing. With her extensive background in managing viral meme accounts and working with creators, Liz shares invaluable insights on monetization strategies for creators and the evolving landscape of digital IP. The conversation touches on AI's impact on content creation, effective brand engagement with memes and surprising parallels between meme economics and cryptocurrency trends. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Liz’s Twitter Smarter License Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 29 Jul 2024 15:36:03 -0000 Memes Are Serious Business: Licensing, AI and Digital IP with Liz Hagelthorn of SmarterLicense full CoinDesk In this episode, we explore how memes are reshaping the digital landscape and learn about innovative content licensing strategies with SmarterLicense founder Liz Hagelthorn. In this episode, we explore how memes are reshaping the digital landscape and learn about innovative content licensing strategies with SmarterLicense founder Liz Hagelthorn. Liz Hagelthorn, founder and CEO of SmarterLicense, joins the pod to discuss the intricate world of meme culture and content licensing. With her extensive background in managing viral meme accounts and working with creators, Liz shares invaluable insights on monetization strategies for creators and the evolving landscape of digital IP. The conversation touches on AI's impact on content creation, effective brand engagement with memes and surprising parallels between meme economics and cryptocurrency trends. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Liz’s Twitter Smarter License Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. In this episode, we explore how memes are reshaping the digital landscape and learn about innovative content licensing strategies with SmarterLicense founder Liz Hagelthorn.

Liz Hagelthorn, founder and CEO of SmarterLicense, joins the pod to discuss the intricate world of meme culture and content licensing. With her extensive background in managing viral meme accounts and working with creators, Liz shares invaluable insights on monetization strategies for creators and the evolving landscape of digital IP. The conversation touches on AI's impact on content creation, effective brand engagement with memes and surprising parallels between meme economics and cryptocurrency trends.

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]]> 2566 no The Final Squiggle: Erick Calderon on Art, Community and Spreading Joy in Web3 In this episode of “Gen C”, we discuss how a simple colorful squiggle became an icon of the crypto art movement and what it means for the future of Web3. Erick Calderon, Founder/CEO of Art Blocks and creator of the Chromie Squiggle, joins us to discuss the final mint of the iconic NFT project. Erick reflects on the Squiggle's journey from a proof of concept to a symbol of the crypto art movement, now featured in major museum collections. He also shares his thoughts on bringing more joy and innovation to the Web3 space, emphasizing the need to engage people outside the crypto ecosystem. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Erick’s Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 22 Jul 2024 16:13:19 -0000 The Final Squiggle: Erick Calderon on Art, Community and Spreading Joy in Web3 full CoinDesk In this episode of “Gen C”, we discuss how a simple colorful squiggle became an icon of the crypto art movement and what it means for the future of Web3. In this episode of “Gen C”, we discuss how a simple colorful squiggle became an icon of the crypto art movement and what it means for the future of Web3. Erick Calderon, Founder/CEO of Art Blocks and creator of the Chromie Squiggle, joins us to discuss the final mint of the iconic NFT project. Erick reflects on the Squiggle's journey from a proof of concept to a symbol of the crypto art movement, now featured in major museum collections. He also shares his thoughts on bringing more joy and innovation to the Web3 space, emphasizing the need to engage people outside the crypto ecosystem. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Erick’s Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. In this episode of “Gen C”, we discuss how a simple colorful squiggle became an icon of the crypto art movement and what it means for the future of Web3.

Erick Calderon, Founder/CEO of Art Blocks and creator of the Chromie Squiggle, joins us to discuss the final mint of the iconic NFT project. Erick reflects on the Squiggle's journey from a proof of concept to a symbol of the crypto art movement, now featured in major museum collections. He also shares his thoughts on bringing more joy and innovation to the Web3 space, emphasizing the need to engage people outside the crypto ecosystem.

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]]> 2095 no Beyond Brick-and-Mortar: Walmart's Innovative Approach to Reaching New Audiences Walmart's Justin Breton reveals how the retail giant is reinventing itself for the digital age through immersive commerce and virtual world experiences. In this episode, Justin Breton, Director of Brand Experience and Strategic Partnerships at Walmart, discusses the company's foray into digital platforms like Roblox and their new immersive commerce destination, Walmart Realm. Justin shares insights on partnering with creators, introducing real-world commerce in virtual environments, and Walmart's approach to innovation. He also touches on the company's strategy for engaging younger audiences and their cautious approach to implementing AI technologies. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Justin Breton’s Twitter Walmart Realm Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 15 Jul 2024 18:20:41 -0000 Beyond Brick-and-Mortar: Walmart's Innovative Approach to Reaching New Audiences full CoinDesk Walmart's Justin Breton reveals how the retail giant is reinventing itself for the digital age through immersive commerce and virtual world experiences. Walmart's Justin Breton reveals how the retail giant is reinventing itself for the digital age through immersive commerce and virtual world experiences. In this episode, Justin Breton, Director of Brand Experience and Strategic Partnerships at Walmart, discusses the company's foray into digital platforms like Roblox and their new immersive commerce destination, Walmart Realm. Justin shares insights on partnering with creators, introducing real-world commerce in virtual environments, and Walmart's approach to innovation. He also touches on the company's strategy for engaging younger audiences and their cautious approach to implementing AI technologies. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Justin Breton’s Twitter Walmart Realm Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Walmart's Justin Breton reveals how the retail giant is reinventing itself for the digital age through immersive commerce and virtual world experiences.

In this episode, Justin Breton, Director of Brand Experience and Strategic Partnerships at Walmart, discusses the company's foray into digital platforms like Roblox and their new immersive commerce destination, Walmart Realm. Justin shares insights on partnering with creators, introducing real-world commerce in virtual environments, and Walmart's approach to innovation. He also touches on the company's strategy for engaging younger audiences and their cautious approach to implementing AI technologies.

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]]> 2865 no Live from Consensus: Brands Using the Metaverse for Social Good From the Consensus stage, this episode focuses on the future of immersive technologies, underlining how brands and creators are utilizing these platforms to drive community engagement and social responsibility initiatives. In this episode, we bring you another conversation from Consensus where we delve into how various brands are leveraging the metaverse and immersive technologies for social good, featuring insights from industry leaders: Justin Breton of Walmart, Adam Shlachter of Niantic, Winnie Burke of Roblox and moderated by Laurie Keith of Ad Council. Topics include Walmart’s virtual initiatives, innovations spotlighted at the Cannes Lions Festival, the impact of celebrity tokens on culture and commerce and media licensing within the evolving landscape of AI. This episode was recorded live at Consensus 2024 in Austin, TX. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Justin Breton’s Twitter Laurie Keith’s Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 01 Jul 2024 14:09:13 -0000 Live from Consensus: Brands Using the Metaverse for Social Good full CoinDesk From the Consensus stage, this episode focuses on the future of immersive technologies, underlining how brands and creators are utilizing these platforms to drive community engagement and social responsibility initiatives. From the Consensus stage, this episode focuses on the future of immersive technologies, underlining how brands and creators are utilizing these platforms to drive community engagement and social responsibility initiatives. In this episode, we bring you another conversation from Consensus where we delve into how various brands are leveraging the metaverse and immersive technologies for social good, featuring insights from industry leaders: Justin Breton of Walmart, Adam Shlachter of Niantic, Winnie Burke of Roblox and moderated by Laurie Keith of Ad Council. Topics include Walmart’s virtual initiatives, innovations spotlighted at the Cannes Lions Festival, the impact of celebrity tokens on culture and commerce and media licensing within the evolving landscape of AI. This episode was recorded live at Consensus 2024 in Austin, TX. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Justin Breton’s Twitter Laurie Keith’s Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. From the Consensus stage, this episode focuses on the future of immersive technologies, underlining how brands and creators are utilizing these platforms to drive community engagement and social responsibility initiatives.

In this episode, we bring you another conversation from Consensus where we delve into how various brands are leveraging the metaverse and immersive technologies for social good, featuring insights from industry leaders: Justin Breton of Walmart, Adam Shlachter of Niantic, Winnie Burke of Roblox and moderated by Laurie Keith of Ad Council. Topics include Walmart’s virtual initiatives, innovations spotlighted at the Cannes Lions Festival, the impact of celebrity tokens on culture and commerce and media licensing within the evolving landscape of AI. This episode was recorded live at Consensus 2024 in Austin, TX.

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]]> 2518 no Spawning Success: Todd McFarlane on Comics, Toys, and Crypto Legendary comic creator Todd McFarlane discusses his journey from artist to entrepreneur on this week’s episode of “Gen C”. Todd McFarlane, creator of Spawn and founder of Image Comics and McFarlane Toys, joins the podcast to discuss his career. He shares his journey from comic book artist to successful entrepreneur, offering insights on building brands and navigating the entertainment industry. McFarlane also delves into his recent forays into blockchain and digital collectibles, explaining his perspective on the future of art and collectibles. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Todd on Twitter McFarlane Toys Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 24 Jun 2024 21:58:03 -0000 Spawning Success: Todd McFarlane on Comics, Toys, and Crypto full CoinDesk Legendary comic creator Todd McFarlane discusses his journey from artist to entrepreneur on this week’s episode of “Gen C”. Legendary comic creator Todd McFarlane discusses his journey from artist to entrepreneur on this week’s episode of “Gen C”. Todd McFarlane, creator of Spawn and founder of Image Comics and McFarlane Toys, joins the podcast to discuss his career. He shares his journey from comic book artist to successful entrepreneur, offering insights on building brands and navigating the entertainment industry. McFarlane also delves into his recent forays into blockchain and digital collectibles, explaining his perspective on the future of art and collectibles. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Todd on Twitter McFarlane Toys Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Legendary comic creator Todd McFarlane discusses his journey from artist to entrepreneur on this week’s episode of “Gen C”.

Todd McFarlane, creator of Spawn and founder of Image Comics and McFarlane Toys, joins the podcast to discuss his career. He shares his journey from comic book artist to successful entrepreneur, offering insights on building brands and navigating the entertainment industry. McFarlane also delves into his recent forays into blockchain and digital collectibles, explaining his perspective on the future of art and collectibles.

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]]> 2479 no Live from Consensus: Building a Brand on Blockchain Without Talking About Blockchain with Ben Leventhal of Blackbird From the Consensus stage, Ben Leventhal shares his philosophy of building consumer-friendly crypto brands by prioritizing user experience over crypto buzzwords. Ben Leventhal, founder of restaurant brands like Eater.com and Resy, joins Sam Ewen on the stage at Consensus to discuss his latest venture, Blackbird, which aims to enhance the relationship between restaurants and customers through loyalty programs and payments built on blockchain technology. They explore Ben's philosophy of prioritizing user experience over crypto jargon and infrastructure when creating consumer-facing products. Ben also shares advice for other entrepreneurs looking to build successful Web3 brands. This episode was recorded live at Consensus 2024 in Austin, TX. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Ben on Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 17 Jun 2024 07:41:16 -0000 Live from Consensus: Building a Brand on Blockchain Without Talking About Blockchain with Ben Leventhal of Blackbird full CoinDesk From the Consensus stage, Ben Leventhal shares his philosophy of building consumer-friendly crypto brands by prioritizing user experience over crypto buzzwords. From the Consensus stage, Ben Leventhal shares his philosophy of building consumer-friendly crypto brands by prioritizing user experience over crypto buzzwords. Ben Leventhal, founder of restaurant brands like Eater.com and Resy, joins Sam Ewen on the stage at Consensus to discuss his latest venture, Blackbird, which aims to enhance the relationship between restaurants and customers through loyalty programs and payments built on blockchain technology. They explore Ben's philosophy of prioritizing user experience over crypto jargon and infrastructure when creating consumer-facing products. Ben also shares advice for other entrepreneurs looking to build successful Web3 brands. This episode was recorded live at Consensus 2024 in Austin, TX. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Ben on Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. From the Consensus stage, Ben Leventhal shares his philosophy of building consumer-friendly crypto brands by prioritizing user experience over crypto buzzwords.

Ben Leventhal, founder of restaurant brands like Eater.com and Resy, joins Sam Ewen on the stage at Consensus to discuss his latest venture, Blackbird, which aims to enhance the relationship between restaurants and customers through loyalty programs and payments built on blockchain technology. They explore Ben's philosophy of prioritizing user experience over crypto jargon and infrastructure when creating consumer-facing products. Ben also shares advice for other entrepreneurs looking to build successful Web3 brands. This episode was recorded live at Consensus 2024 in Austin, TX.

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]]> 2536 no Live from Consensus: Memes & Money From the Consensus stage, we explore the rise of meme coins and the financialization of cultural ideas through blockchain technology. In this episode, we feature a panel from Consensus moderated by Camilla McFarland with artist Rhett Mankind, marketer Liz Hagelthorn, talent representative Chris Jacquemin, and investor Derek Edwards to discuss the emergence of meme coins, the tokenization of cultural concepts and the potential impact of this trend on art, celebrity and the monetization of ideas. This episode was recorded live at Consensus 2024 in Austin, TX. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Derek on Twitter Liz on Twitter  Rhett on Twitter Chris on Twitter Camilla on Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 10 Jun 2024 18:47:04 -0000 Live from Consensus: Memes & Money full CoinDesk From the Consensus stage, we explore the rise of meme coins and the financialization of cultural ideas through blockchain technology. From the Consensus stage, we explore the rise of meme coins and the financialization of cultural ideas through blockchain technology. In this episode, we feature a panel from Consensus moderated by Camilla McFarland with artist Rhett Mankind, marketer Liz Hagelthorn, talent representative Chris Jacquemin, and investor Derek Edwards to discuss the emergence of meme coins, the tokenization of cultural concepts and the potential impact of this trend on art, celebrity and the monetization of ideas. This episode was recorded live at Consensus 2024 in Austin, TX. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Derek on Twitter Liz on Twitter  Rhett on Twitter Chris on Twitter Camilla on Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. From the Consensus stage, we explore the rise of meme coins and the financialization of cultural ideas through blockchain technology.

In this episode, we feature a panel from Consensus moderated by Camilla McFarland with artist Rhett Mankind, marketer Liz Hagelthorn, talent representative Chris Jacquemin, and investor Derek Edwards to discuss the emergence of meme coins, the tokenization of cultural concepts and the potential impact of this trend on art, celebrity and the monetization of ideas. This episode was recorded live at Consensus 2024 in Austin, TX.

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]]> 2111 no Live from Consensus: How Digital Assets and Virtual Economies Will Fuel Global Cultural Immersion with Ian Rogers of Ledger In this interview, Ian Rogers, Chief Experience Officer at Ledger, discusses the launch of their innovative Ledger Stacks hardware wallet and the importance of digital ownership and self-custody as AI and security threats increase. Ian Rogers has long been at the forefront of cultural change, from serving as the Beastie Boys' internet guru to helping Yahoo, Beats, and Apple pioneer digital music to guiding LVMH's foray into social and digital media. Now Ledger's Chief Experience Officer, Rogers shares his thoughts on the future of network economies, the role of digital assets in cultural and technological shifts and the importance of protecting your identity in a mixed-reality future. This episode was recorded live at Consensus 2024 in Austin, TX. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Ian Rogers on Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 03 Jun 2024 19:06:47 -0000 Live from Consensus: How Digital Assets and Virtual Economies Will Fuel Global Cultural Immersion with Ian Rogers of Ledger full CoinDesk In this interview, Ian Rogers, Chief Experience Officer at Ledger, discusses the launch of their innovative Ledger Stacks hardware wallet and the importance of digital ownership and self-custody as AI and security threats increase. Ian Rogers has long been at the forefront of cultural change, from serving as the Beastie Boys' internet guru to helping Yahoo, Beats, and Apple pioneer digital music to guiding LVMH's foray into social and digital media. Now Ledger's Chief Experience Officer, Rogers shares his thoughts on the future of network economies, the role of digital assets in cultural and technological shifts and the importance of protecting your identity in a mixed-reality future. This episode was recorded live at Consensus 2024 in Austin, TX. Links mentioned from the podcast: Ian Rogers on TwitterWatch this episode on video:YouTubeCoinDeskFollow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3- Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. In this interview, Ian Rogers, Chief Experience Officer at Ledger, discusses the launch of their innovative Ledger Stacks hardware wallet and the importance of digital ownership and self-custody as AI and security threats increase. Ian Rogers has long been at the forefront of cultural change, from serving as the Beastie Boys' internet guru to helping Yahoo, Beats, and Apple pioneer digital music to guiding LVMH's foray into social and digital media. Now Ledger's Chief Experience Officer, Rogers shares his thoughts on the future of network economies, the role of digital assets in cultural and technological shifts and the importance of protecting your identity in a mixed-reality future. This episode was recorded live at Consensus 2024 in Austin, TX. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Ian Rogers on Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. In this interview, Ian Rogers, Chief Experience Officer at Ledger, discusses the launch of their innovative Ledger Stacks hardware wallet and the importance of digital ownership and self-custody as AI and security threats increase.

Ian Rogers has long been at the forefront of cultural change, from serving as the Beastie Boys' internet guru to helping Yahoo, Beats, and Apple pioneer digital music to guiding LVMH's foray into social and digital media. Now Ledger's Chief Experience Officer, Rogers shares his thoughts on the future of network economies, the role of digital assets in cultural and technological shifts and the importance of protecting your identity in a mixed-reality future. This episode was recorded live at Consensus 2024 in Austin, TX.

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"Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon.

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]]> 1692 no Hamster Kombat and Hollywood Controversies: A Peek into Emerging Tech Trends Avery and Sam explore the latest tech controversies, online security risks and viral crypto games on Telegram. In this guest-less episode, Sam and Avery delve into the recent dispute between Scarlett Johansson and OpenAI over the use of her voice, shedding light on the ethical concerns surrounding AI and synthetic media. The conversation also touches on the explosive growth of the Hamster Combat game on Telegram, highlighting the platform's potential for viral content and marketing opportunities. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Gary Vaynerchuk’s New Book Day Trading Attention Scarlett Johansson says she is 'shocked, angered' over new ChatGPT voice Meta, Match, Coinbase and others team up to fight online fraud and crypto scams Hamster Wheel: Telegram’s Social Gaming Brings Millions to Crypto Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Tue, 28 May 2024 19:39:30 -0000 Hamster Kombat and Hollywood Controversies: A Peek into Emerging Tech Trends full CoinDesk Avery and Sam explore the latest tech controversies, online security risks and viral crypto games on Telegram. Avery and Sam explore the latest tech controversies, online security risks and viral crypto games on Telegram. In this guest-less episode, Sam and Avery delve into the recent dispute between Scarlett Johansson and OpenAI over the use of her voice, shedding light on the ethical concerns surrounding AI and synthetic media. The conversation also touches on the explosive growth of the Hamster Combat game on Telegram, highlighting the platform's potential for viral content and marketing opportunities. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Gary Vaynerchuk’s New Book Day Trading Attention Scarlett Johansson says she is 'shocked, angered' over new ChatGPT voice Meta, Match, Coinbase and others team up to fight online fraud and crypto scams Hamster Wheel: Telegram’s Social Gaming Brings Millions to Crypto Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Avery and Sam explore the latest tech controversies, online security risks and viral crypto games on Telegram.

In this guest-less episode, Sam and Avery delve into the recent dispute between Scarlett Johansson and OpenAI over the use of her voice, shedding light on the ethical concerns surrounding AI and synthetic media. The conversation also touches on the explosive growth of the Hamster Combat game on Telegram, highlighting the platform's potential for viral content and marketing opportunities.

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"Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

]]> 1473 no Spatial Computing and the Convergence of AI, Blockchain, and Virtual Worlds with Evan Helda of Amazon Evan Helda, Principal Specialist in Spatial Computing at Amazon Web Services, joins this episode to discuss the future of spatial computing and its potential impacts. In this episode, Evan Helda, a leading expert in spatial computing at Amazon Web Services (AWS) sits down with Avery and Sam. Evan shares his insights on the recent release of Apple's Vision Pro and the challenges and opportunities in the development of immersive digital experiences. They delve into the convergence of spatial computing, AI and blockchain technology and how these advancements could revolutionize e-commerce, education, and entertainment. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Introducing GPT-4o and more tools to ChatGPT free users GetBadNews App Upfronts 2024: Where & When They’re Happening Evan Helda on Twitter Evan’s Newsletter — Medium Energy Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global. - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Tue, 21 May 2024 01:50:21 -0000 Spatial Computing and the Convergence of AI, Blockchain, and Virtual Worlds with Evan Helda of Amazon full CoinDesk Evan Helda, Principal Specialist in Spatial Computing at Amazon Web Services, joins this episode to discuss the future of spatial computing and its potential impacts. Evan Helda, Principal Specialist in Spatial Computing at Amazon Web Services, joins this episode to discuss the future of spatial computing and its potential impacts. In this episode, Evan Helda, a leading expert in spatial computing at Amazon Web Services (AWS) sits down with Avery and Sam. Evan shares his insights on the recent release of Apple's Vision Pro and the challenges and opportunities in the development of immersive digital experiences. They delve into the convergence of spatial computing, AI and blockchain technology and how these advancements could revolutionize e-commerce, education, and entertainment. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Introducing GPT-4o and more tools to ChatGPT free users GetBadNews App Upfronts 2024: Where & When They’re Happening Evan Helda on Twitter Evan’s Newsletter — Medium Energy Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global. - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Evan Helda, Principal Specialist in Spatial Computing at Amazon Web Services, joins this episode to discuss the future of spatial computing and its potential impacts.

In this episode, Evan Helda, a leading expert in spatial computing at Amazon Web Services (AWS) sits down with Avery and Sam. Evan shares his insights on the recent release of Apple's Vision Pro and the challenges and opportunities in the development of immersive digital experiences. They delve into the convergence of spatial computing, AI and blockchain technology and how these advancements could revolutionize e-commerce, education, and entertainment.

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Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global.

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Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.

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"Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

]]> 3115 no Beauty Meets Blockchain with the Co-Founder of KIKI, Jana Bobosikova Jana Bobosikova, Co-Founder of KIKI, discusses how her beauty platform empowers customers to co-create and co-own products through blockchain technology and community involvement. In this episode, Avery and Sam interview Jana Bobosikova, the co-founder of KIKI. KIKI is a beauty platform that rewards customers for participating in the product development process through voting, sharing ideas and providing feedback, using blockchain technology and NFTs to facilitate co-creation and co-ownership. We explore KIKI's innovative approach, the importance of community involvement and the future of decentralized product development. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Tubi Launches Stubios, A Fan Fueled Studio for Aspiring Filmmakers OpenAI licenses Financial Times’ content for ChatGPT Thanks To Hits Like Wordle, The New York Times Is Now A Gaming Company KIKI Website KIKI on Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global. - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Tue, 14 May 2024 13:48:42 -0000 Beauty Meets Blockchain with the Co-Founder of KIKI, Jana Bobosikova full CoinDesk Jana Bobosikova, Co-Founder of KIKI, discusses how her beauty platform empowers customers to co-create and co-own products through blockchain technology and community involvement. Jana Bobosikova, Co-Founder of KIKI, discusses how her beauty platform empowers customers to co-create and co-own products through blockchain technology and community involvement. In this episode, Avery and Sam interview Jana Bobosikova, the co-founder of KIKI. KIKI is a beauty platform that rewards customers for participating in the product development process through voting, sharing ideas and providing feedback, using blockchain technology and NFTs to facilitate co-creation and co-ownership. We explore KIKI's innovative approach, the importance of community involvement and the future of decentralized product development. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Tubi Launches Stubios, A Fan Fueled Studio for Aspiring Filmmakers OpenAI licenses Financial Times’ content for ChatGPT Thanks To Hits Like Wordle, The New York Times Is Now A Gaming Company KIKI Website KIKI on Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global. - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Jana Bobosikova, Co-Founder of KIKI, discusses how her beauty platform empowers customers to co-create and co-own products through blockchain technology and community involvement.

In this episode, Avery and Sam interview Jana Bobosikova, the co-founder of KIKI. KIKI is a beauty platform that rewards customers for participating in the product development process through voting, sharing ideas and providing feedback, using blockchain technology and NFTs to facilitate co-creation and co-ownership. We explore KIKI's innovative approach, the importance of community involvement and the future of decentralized product development.

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Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global.

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Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.

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"Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

]]> 2620 no Driving Innovation: Mercedes-Benz's Roadmap for Web3 and NFTs In this episode, the Co-Founder of Mercedes' Web3 arm 0xNXT shares insights on their multi-year roadmap to reach both crypto natives and loyal customers. Max Orgeldinger, Co-Founder of Mercedes-Benz's Web3 initiative 0xNXT, joins the show to discuss the luxury automaker's approach to entering the NFT space. He shares insights into their multi-year plan for releasing NFT collections targeting different audiences, from crypto natives to their most loyal customers. We also discuss how Mercedes is exploring emerging technologies like AI and decentralized social platforms for their Web3 strategy. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Instagram Creator Update TikTok Tells Advertisers: ‘We Are Not Backing Down’ Mercedes NXT Website Mercedes NXT Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global. - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Tue, 07 May 2024 01:43:17 -0000 Driving Innovation: Mercedes-Benz's Roadmap for Web3 and NFTs full CoinDesk In this episode, the Co-Founder of Mercedes' Web3 arm 0xNXT shares insights on their multi-year roadmap to reach both crypto natives and loyal customers. In this episode, the Co-Founder of Mercedes' Web3 arm 0xNXT shares insights on their multi-year roadmap to reach both crypto natives and loyal customers. Max Orgeldinger, Co-Founder of Mercedes-Benz's Web3 initiative 0xNXT, joins the show to discuss the luxury automaker's approach to entering the NFT space. He shares insights into their multi-year plan for releasing NFT collections targeting different audiences, from crypto natives to their most loyal customers. We also discuss how Mercedes is exploring emerging technologies like AI and decentralized social platforms for their Web3 strategy. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Instagram Creator Update TikTok Tells Advertisers: ‘We Are Not Backing Down’ Mercedes NXT Website Mercedes NXT Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global. - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. In this episode, the Co-Founder of Mercedes' Web3 arm 0xNXT shares insights on their multi-year roadmap to reach both crypto natives and loyal customers.

Max Orgeldinger, Co-Founder of Mercedes-Benz's Web3 initiative 0xNXT, joins the show to discuss the luxury automaker's approach to entering the NFT space. He shares insights into their multi-year plan for releasing NFT collections targeting different audiences, from crypto natives to their most loyal customers. We also discuss how Mercedes is exploring emerging technologies like AI and decentralized social platforms for their Web3 strategy.

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Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global.

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Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.

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"Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon.

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]]> 2482 no Building a Billion-Dollar Business for Creators With Kajabi’s Sean Kim In this episode, learn the secrets to building a lucrative creator business from the ground up, straight from Sean Kim, President and CPO of the creator-first platform, Kajabi. Sean Kim, President and Chief Product Officer at Kajabi, discusses the challenges creators face in earning a sustainable income from their work. He explains how Kajabi's all-in-one platform has enabled over 63,000 creators and earned over $7 billion gross by providing them with the tools and resources to build and monetize their online businesses. Sean also shares his predictions for the future growth of the creator economy and Kajabi's roadmap for expanding opportunities for creators. Links mentioned from the podcast:  AI Deep Realities What a TikTok ban in the US could mean for you Sean’s Twitter Kajabi Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global. - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 29 Apr 2024 18:23:09 -0000 Building a Billion-Dollar Business for Creators With Kajabi’s Sean Kim full CoinDesk In this episode, learn the secrets to building a lucrative creator business from the ground up, straight from Sean Kim, President and CPO of the creator-first platform, Kajabi. In this episode, learn the secrets to building a lucrative creator business from the ground up, straight from Sean Kim, President and CPO of the creator-first platform, Kajabi. Sean Kim, President and Chief Product Officer at Kajabi, discusses the challenges creators face in earning a sustainable income from their work. He explains how Kajabi's all-in-one platform has enabled over 63,000 creators and earned over $7 billion gross by providing them with the tools and resources to build and monetize their online businesses. Sean also shares his predictions for the future growth of the creator economy and Kajabi's roadmap for expanding opportunities for creators. Links mentioned from the podcast:  AI Deep Realities What a TikTok ban in the US could mean for you Sean’s Twitter Kajabi Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global. - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. In this episode, learn the secrets to building a lucrative creator business from the ground up, straight from Sean Kim, President and CPO of the creator-first platform, Kajabi.

Sean Kim, President and Chief Product Officer at Kajabi, discusses the challenges creators face in earning a sustainable income from their work. He explains how Kajabi's all-in-one platform has enabled over 63,000 creators and earned over $7 billion gross by providing them with the tools and resources to build and monetize their online businesses. Sean also shares his predictions for the future growth of the creator economy and Kajabi's roadmap for expanding opportunities for creators.

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]]> 1664 no Sponsored Episode: Revolutionizing Digital Ownership: How Safe’s Smart Accounts Empower Brands In this bonus episode of ‘Gen C’, discover how Safe is revolutionizing digital asset management with programmable smart accounts. Lukas Schor, Co-Founder of Safe, joins Sam to explain how the platform enables users to create programmable smart accounts for securely managing their digital assets. He discusses how Safe's smart contracts provide more flexibility and security than traditional private key wallets, and how it is being utilized by companies like WorldCoin, Reddit, and Budweiser for managing digital assets and NFTs. Lukas also shares insights on building Web3 native brands and the future of crypto as a payment method. Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Wed, 24 Apr 2024 17:08:41 -0000 Sponsored Episode: Revolutionizing Digital Ownership: How Safe’s Smart Accounts Empower Brands full CoinDesk In this bonus episode of ‘Gen C’, discover how Safe is revolutionizing digital asset management with programmable smart accounts. In this bonus episode of ‘Gen C’, discover how Safe is revolutionizing digital asset management with programmable smart accounts. Lukas Schor, Co-Founder of Safe, joins Sam to explain how the platform enables users to create programmable smart accounts for securely managing their digital assets. He discusses how Safe's smart contracts provide more flexibility and security than traditional private key wallets, and how it is being utilized by companies like WorldCoin, Reddit, and Budweiser for managing digital assets and NFTs. Lukas also shares insights on building Web3 native brands and the future of crypto as a payment method. Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. In this bonus episode of ‘Gen C’, discover how Safe is revolutionizing digital asset management with programmable smart accounts.

Lukas Schor, Co-Founder of Safe, joins Sam to explain how the platform enables users to create programmable smart accounts for securely managing their digital assets. He discusses how Safe's smart contracts provide more flexibility and security than traditional private key wallets, and how it is being utilized by companies like WorldCoin, Reddit, and Budweiser for managing digital assets and NFTs. Lukas also shares insights on building Web3 native brands and the future of crypto as a payment method.

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"Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

]]> 1656 no Dapper Labs' Playbook: Ridhima Kahn on NBA Top Shot and Virtual Influencers Ridhima Kahn, VP at Dapper Labs, shares insights on virtual influencers, digital collectibles, and major brand partnerships. Ridhima Kahn, VP at Dapper Labs, joins Avery and Sam to discuss the company's journey, from CryptoKitties to NBA Top Shot and beyond. She dives into the world of virtual influencers, detailing the evolution of virtual personality Miquela and the role of synthetic personalities. Ridhima also explores Dapper's digital collectibles strategy, partnerships with brands like Disney, the NFL and the NBA and the future potential of this emerging space. Links mentioned from the podcast:  AI-Generated Bond Movie Trailer How Tech Giants Cut Corners to Harvest Data for A.I. Dapper Labs Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global. - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 22 Apr 2024 20:27:29 -0000 Dapper Labs' Playbook: Ridhima Kahn on NBA Top Shot and Virtual Influencers full CoinDesk Ridhima Kahn, VP at Dapper Labs, shares insights on virtual influencers, digital collectibles, and major brand partnerships. Ridhima Kahn, VP at Dapper Labs, shares insights on virtual influencers, digital collectibles, and major brand partnerships. Ridhima Kahn, VP at Dapper Labs, joins Avery and Sam to discuss the company's journey, from CryptoKitties to NBA Top Shot and beyond. She dives into the world of virtual influencers, detailing the evolution of virtual personality Miquela and the role of synthetic personalities. Ridhima also explores Dapper's digital collectibles strategy, partnerships with brands like Disney, the NFL and the NBA and the future potential of this emerging space. Links mentioned from the podcast:  AI-Generated Bond Movie Trailer How Tech Giants Cut Corners to Harvest Data for A.I. Dapper Labs Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global. - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Ridhima Kahn, VP at Dapper Labs, shares insights on virtual influencers, digital collectibles, and major brand partnerships.

Ridhima Kahn, VP at Dapper Labs, joins Avery and Sam to discuss the company's journey, from CryptoKitties to NBA Top Shot and beyond. She dives into the world of virtual influencers, detailing the evolution of virtual personality Miquela and the role of synthetic personalities. Ridhima also explores Dapper's digital collectibles strategy, partnerships with brands like Disney, the NFL and the NBA and the future potential of this emerging space.

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Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.

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See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

]]> 2370 no The Future is Mixed: Shaping Next-Gen Connectivity With Shachar Scott of Meta Reality Labs From the Quest headset to the innovative Ray-Ban Stories smart glasses, Shachar joins the podcast to share Meta's strategy to integrate cutting-edge technologies into our everyday lives. In this episode, Shachar Scott, the VP of Marketing at Meta Reality Labs shares insights on how Meta is aiming to democratize access to mixed reality experiences through products like the Quest headset and Ray-Ban Smart Glasses. She discusses the potential for these technologies to enhance everything from fitness and entertainment to productivity and social interaction, as well as Meta's approach to building an open ecosystem of partnerships to drive innovation. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Google unveils Vids, an AI-powered video creation app for work Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses Meta Quest VR Headsets Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions.  Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global. - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Tue, 16 Apr 2024 00:06:16 -0000 The Future is Mixed: Shaping Next-Gen Connectivity With Shachar Scott of Meta Reality Labs full CoinDesk From the Quest headset to the innovative Ray-Ban Stories smart glasses, Shachar joins the podcast to share Meta's strategy to integrate cutting-edge technologies into our everyday lives. From the Quest headset to the innovative Ray-Ban Stories smart glasses, Shachar joins the podcast to share Meta's strategy to integrate cutting-edge technologies into our everyday lives. In this episode, Shachar Scott, the VP of Marketing at Meta Reality Labs shares insights on how Meta is aiming to democratize access to mixed reality experiences through products like the Quest headset and Ray-Ban Smart Glasses. She discusses the potential for these technologies to enhance everything from fitness and entertainment to productivity and social interaction, as well as Meta's approach to building an open ecosystem of partnerships to drive innovation. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Google unveils Vids, an AI-powered video creation app for work Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses Meta Quest VR Headsets Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions.  Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global. - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. From the Quest headset to the innovative Ray-Ban Stories smart glasses, Shachar joins the podcast to share Meta's strategy to integrate cutting-edge technologies into our everyday lives.

In this episode, Shachar Scott, the VP of Marketing at Meta Reality Labs shares insights on how Meta is aiming to democratize access to mixed reality experiences through products like the Quest headset and Ray-Ban Smart Glasses. She discusses the potential for these technologies to enhance everything from fitness and entertainment to productivity and social interaction, as well as Meta's approach to building an open ecosystem of partnerships to drive innovation.

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]]> 2503 no Navigating the Intersection of Creativity and Commercialization With Adam Levine, Director and CEO of the Toledo Museum of Art In this episode of ‘Gen C’, Avery and Sam explore the rise of meme culture and are joined by guest Adam Levine, Director and CEO of the Toledo Museum of Art to discuss the financialization of art and his approach to collecting and exhibiting digital art. In this episode, hosts Sam and Avery discuss the over-financialization of culture and the impact on the art world, particularly in the realm of digital and crypto art. They are joined by this week’s guest Adam Levine, the director and CEO of the Toledo Museum of Art, who discusses the museum's criteria for evaluating quality in art, the importance of diversity and representation and the role of financialization in the art ecosystem. The conversation provides a thought-provoking perspective on the evolving landscape of the art industry. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Biden and Trump-Themed Meme Coins Take Center Stage on Solana GameScent Wants You to Smell the Gunfire While You Play Video Games Toledo Museum of Art Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 08 Apr 2024 20:41:04 -0000 Navigating the Intersection of Creativity and Commercialization With Adam Levine, Director and CEO of the Toledo Museum of Art full CoinDesk In this episode of ‘Gen C’, Avery and Sam explore the rise of meme culture and are joined by guest Adam Levine, Director and CEO of the Toledo Museum of Art to discuss the financialization of art and his approach to collecting and exhibiting digital art. In this episode of ‘Gen C’, Avery and Sam explore the rise of meme culture and are joined by guest Adam Levine, Director and CEO of the Toledo Museum of Art to discuss the financialization of art and his approach to collecting and exhibiting digital art. In this episode, hosts Sam and Avery discuss the over-financialization of culture and the impact on the art world, particularly in the realm of digital and crypto art. They are joined by this week’s guest Adam Levine, the director and CEO of the Toledo Museum of Art, who discusses the museum's criteria for evaluating quality in art, the importance of diversity and representation and the role of financialization in the art ecosystem. The conversation provides a thought-provoking perspective on the evolving landscape of the art industry. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Biden and Trump-Themed Meme Coins Take Center Stage on Solana GameScent Wants You to Smell the Gunfire While You Play Video Games Toledo Museum of Art Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. In this episode of ‘Gen C’, Avery and Sam explore the rise of meme culture and are joined by guest Adam Levine, Director and CEO of the Toledo Museum of Art to discuss the financialization of art and his approach to collecting and exhibiting digital art.

In this episode, hosts Sam and Avery discuss the over-financialization of culture and the impact on the art world, particularly in the realm of digital and crypto art. They are joined by this week’s guest Adam Levine, the director and CEO of the Toledo Museum of Art, who discusses the museum's criteria for evaluating quality in art, the importance of diversity and representation and the role of financialization in the art ecosystem. The conversation provides a thought-provoking perspective on the evolving landscape of the art industry.

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]]> 2769 no Fans First: Exploring MITH’s Creator-Fan Vision With Natalie Bruss and Michelle Sanchez Co-Founders of MITH, Natalie Bruss and Michelle Sanchez, discuss how they’re reimagining fan engagement in a hyperconnected era. Natalie Bruss and Michelle Sanchez, co-founders of MITH, join the podcast to discuss their new creator platform that aims to transform the relationship between creators and fans. With deep backgrounds in talent management, events, and venture capital, they share insights on empowering creators to build direct connections with their most engaged audiences, leveraging blockchain for verifiable digital experiences, and the role of AI in enhancing creative workflows and fan interactions. Links mentioned from the podcast:  ‘air head’ by Sora Video Mith on Twitter Mith.io Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 01 Apr 2024 18:36:26 -0000 Fans First: Exploring MITH’s Creator-Fan Vision With Natalie Bruss and Michelle Sanchez full CoinDesk Co-Founders of MITH, Natalie Bruss and Michelle Sanchez, discuss how they’re reimagining fan engagement in a hyperconnected era. Co-Founders of MITH, Natalie Bruss and Michelle Sanchez, discuss how they’re reimagining fan engagement in a hyperconnected era. Natalie Bruss and Michelle Sanchez, co-founders of MITH, join the podcast to discuss their new creator platform that aims to transform the relationship between creators and fans. With deep backgrounds in talent management, events, and venture capital, they share insights on empowering creators to build direct connections with their most engaged audiences, leveraging blockchain for verifiable digital experiences, and the role of AI in enhancing creative workflows and fan interactions. Links mentioned from the podcast:  ‘air head’ by Sora Video Mith on Twitter Mith.io Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Co-Founders of MITH, Natalie Bruss and Michelle Sanchez, discuss how they’re reimagining fan engagement in a hyperconnected era.

Natalie Bruss and Michelle Sanchez, co-founders of MITH, join the podcast to discuss their new creator platform that aims to transform the relationship between creators and fans. With deep backgrounds in talent management, events, and venture capital, they share insights on empowering creators to build direct connections with their most engaged audiences, leveraging blockchain for verifiable digital experiences, and the role of AI in enhancing creative workflows and fan interactions.

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]]> 2162 no Future-Proofing Beauty Brands: Dina Fierro of Shiseido on Web3, AI and What's Next From Digital Collectibles to AI influencers, Dina Fierro of Shiseido Americas discusses beauty's boundaries in virtual realms. Dina Fierro, SVP Web3/Metaverse at Shiseido Americas, shares her journey from fashion to PR and marketing, becoming an early participant of online communities and influencer marketing. She delves into brands' exploration of Web3, metaverse, AI and gaming platforms like Roblox, balancing innovation with brand safety and measurable business objectives. Dina also highlights successful campaigns she’s executed like the NARS Color Quest experience on Roblox and Shiseido's Future Reflections generative NFT project. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Why Did Starbucks' Web3 Project Fail? | First Mover Clips Pepe, Dogwifhat Could Lead Next Round of Meme Coin Surge, Traders Say Dina on Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 25 Mar 2024 23:29:21 -0000 Future-Proofing Beauty Brands: Dina Fierro of Shiseido on Web3, AI and What's Next full CoinDesk From Digital Collectibles to AI influencers, Dina Fierro of Shiseido Americas discusses beauty's boundaries in virtual realms. From Digital Collectibles to AI influencers, Dina Fierro of Shiseido Americas discusses beauty's boundaries in virtual realms. Dina Fierro, SVP Web3/Metaverse at Shiseido Americas, shares her journey from fashion to PR and marketing, becoming an early participant of online communities and influencer marketing. She delves into brands' exploration of Web3, metaverse, AI and gaming platforms like Roblox, balancing innovation with brand safety and measurable business objectives. Dina also highlights successful campaigns she’s executed like the NARS Color Quest experience on Roblox and Shiseido's Future Reflections generative NFT project. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Why Did Starbucks' Web3 Project Fail? | First Mover Clips Pepe, Dogwifhat Could Lead Next Round of Meme Coin Surge, Traders Say Dina on Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. From Digital Collectibles to AI influencers, Dina Fierro of Shiseido Americas discusses beauty's boundaries in virtual realms.

Dina Fierro, SVP Web3/Metaverse at Shiseido Americas, shares her journey from fashion to PR and marketing, becoming an early participant of online communities and influencer marketing. She delves into brands' exploration of Web3, metaverse, AI and gaming platforms like Roblox, balancing innovation with brand safety and measurable business objectives. Dina also highlights successful campaigns she’s executed like the NARS Color Quest experience on Roblox and Shiseido's Future Reflections generative NFT project.

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]]> 3287 no Authenticating Content in the Generative AI Era With Vivendi’s Fabien Aufrechter In this episode of “Gen C”, VP of Vivendi, Fabien Aufrechter, discusses how a major media conglomerate is embracing Web3 and generative AI for content authentication, tokenization and more. Sam interviews Fabien Aufrechter, VP at Vivendi, about the company's initiatives around Web3 and generative AI. They discuss using NFTs and blockchain for content provenance and fighting misinformation, tokenizing media for decentralized CRMs and the opportunities and risks that generative AI presents for creative industries. Fabien also shares his unique perspective as the mayor of a French town, Verneuil-sur-Seine. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Farcaster Loses 60% of Users In One Month As Interest In SocialFi Wanes Fabien on Twitter Vivendi Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - Want to get three years of access to Consensus with the Microcosms NFT? For just 1ETH, you will gain entry to the conference and be eligible to receive randomized rewards including gift cards to local Austin spots, a hotel stay and VIP access to supercharge your event experience! In addition to three years of access to Consensus, you will also be the holder of a unique generative artwork, the Microcosms NFT, created by artist Fahad Karim. Mint now until March 14th at coindesk.com/consensusnft. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 18 Mar 2024 18:54:25 -0000 Authenticating Content in the Generative AI Era With Vivendi’s Fabien Aufrechter full CoinDesk In this episode of “Gen C”, VP of Vivendi, Fabien Aufrechter, discusses how a major media conglomerate is embracing Web3 and generative AI for content authentication, tokenization and more. In this episode of “Gen C”, VP of Vivendi, Fabien Aufrechter, discusses how a major media conglomerate is embracing Web3 and generative AI for content authentication, tokenization and more. Sam interviews Fabien Aufrechter, VP at Vivendi, about the company's initiatives around Web3 and generative AI. They discuss using NFTs and blockchain for content provenance and fighting misinformation, tokenizing media for decentralized CRMs and the opportunities and risks that generative AI presents for creative industries. Fabien also shares his unique perspective as the mayor of a French town, Verneuil-sur-Seine. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Farcaster Loses 60% of Users In One Month As Interest In SocialFi Wanes Fabien on Twitter Vivendi Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - Want to get three years of access to Consensus with the Microcosms NFT? For just 1ETH, you will gain entry to the conference and be eligible to receive randomized rewards including gift cards to local Austin spots, a hotel stay and VIP access to supercharge your event experience! In addition to three years of access to Consensus, you will also be the holder of a unique generative artwork, the Microcosms NFT, created by artist Fahad Karim. Mint now until March 14th at coindesk.com/consensusnft. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. In this episode of “Gen C”, VP of Vivendi, Fabien Aufrechter, discusses how a major media conglomerate is embracing Web3 and generative AI for content authentication, tokenization and more.

Sam interviews Fabien Aufrechter, VP at Vivendi, about the company's initiatives around Web3 and generative AI. They discuss using NFTs and blockchain for content provenance and fighting misinformation, tokenizing media for decentralized CRMs and the opportunities and risks that generative AI presents for creative industries. Fabien also shares his unique perspective as the mayor of a French town, Verneuil-sur-Seine.

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]]> 2407 no Pouring Passion Into Brands: Diageo's Julie Yufe on Marketing Iconic Spirits SVP of Vodka and Rum at Diageo, Julie Yufie, joins the pod to share how she keeps iconic spirits brands culturally relevant in this episode of “Gen C.” Julie Yufe, SVP of Vodka and Rum at Diageo, joins “Gen C” to discuss how the beverage giant balances global brand strategy with localized activations. She shares her approach to tapping into cultural moments like the Super Bowl through innovation and creator partnerships. Julie also explains why brand purpose is essential and how she stays inspired by trends across industries. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Binance made crypto perfume in a baffling attempt to woo women Public trust in AI is sinking across the board Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - Want to get three years of access to Consensus with the Microcosms NFT? For just 1ETH, you will gain entry to the conference and be eligible to receive randomized rewards including gift cards to local Austin spots, a hotel stay and VIP access to supercharge your event experience! In addition to three years of access to Consensus, you will also be the holder of a unique generative artwork, the Microcosms NFT, created by artist Fahad Karim. Mint now until March 14th at coindesk.com/consensusnft. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong, with additional production assistance from Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 11 Mar 2024 16:39:09 -0000 Pouring Passion Into Brands: Diageo's Julie Yufe on Marketing Iconic Spirits full CoinDesk SVP of Vodka and Rum at Diageo, Julie Yufie joins the pod to share how she keeps iconic spirits brands culturally relevant in this episode of “Gen C”. SVP of Vodka and Rum at Diageo, Julie Yufie, joins the pod to share how she keeps iconic spirits brands culturally relevant in this episode of “Gen C.” Julie Yufe, SVP of Vodka and Rum at Diageo, joins “Gen C” to discuss how the beverage giant balances global brand strategy with localized activations. She shares her approach to tapping into cultural moments like the Super Bowl through innovation and creator partnerships. Julie also explains why brand purpose is essential and how she stays inspired by trends across industries. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Binance made crypto perfume in a baffling attempt to woo women Public trust in AI is sinking across the board Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - Want to get three years of access to Consensus with the Microcosms NFT? For just 1ETH, you will gain entry to the conference and be eligible to receive randomized rewards including gift cards to local Austin spots, a hotel stay and VIP access to supercharge your event experience! In addition to three years of access to Consensus, you will also be the holder of a unique generative artwork, the Microcosms NFT, created by artist Fahad Karim. Mint now until March 14th at coindesk.com/consensusnft. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong, with additional production assistance from Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. SVP of Vodka and Rum at Diageo, Julie Yufie, joins the pod to share how she keeps iconic spirits brands culturally relevant in this episode of “Gen C.”

Julie Yufe, SVP of Vodka and Rum at Diageo, joins “Gen C” to discuss how the beverage giant balances global brand strategy with localized activations. She shares her approach to tapping into cultural moments like the Super Bowl through innovation and creator partnerships. Julie also explains why brand purpose is essential and how she stays inspired by trends across industries.

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]]> 2520 no Culture, Commerce and Code With Nelly Mensah, VP of Digital Innovation at LVMH In this week’s episode, LVMH's Nelly Mensah shares her insight on the luxury giant's foray into Web3, metaverse and immersive tech. Nelly Mensah, VP of Digital Innovation at LVMH joins "Gen C" to discuss their approach to Web3, metaverse and immersive technologies. She discusses LVMH's early embrace of NFTs and the metaverse, the role of digital fashion and virtual worlds in enhancing customer experiences, and how AI is shaping the future of luxury branding. Links mentioned from the podcast:  The Rebooting Newsletter on the state of publishers Gab’s Racist AI Chatbots Have Been Instructed to Deny the Holocaust Roblox Game Developers Earned a Record $741 Million Last Year Nelly’s Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - Want to get three years of access to Consensus with the Microcosms NFT? For just 1ETH, you will gain entry to the conference and be eligible to receive randomized rewards including gift cards to local Austin spots, a hotel stay and VIP access to supercharge your event experience! In addition to three years of access to Consensus, you will also be the holder of a unique generative artwork, the Microcosms NFT, created by artist Fahad Karim. Mint now until March 14th at coindesk.com/consensusnft. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong, with additional production assistance from Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 04 Mar 2024 19:41:09 -0000 Culture, Commerce and Code With Nelly Mensah, VP of Digital Innovation at LVMH full CoinDesk In this week’s episode, LVMH's Nelly Mensah shares her insight on the luxury giant's foray into Web3, metaverse and immersive tech. In this week’s episode, LVMH's Nelly Mensah shares her insight on the luxury giant's foray into Web3, metaverse and immersive tech. Nelly Mensah, VP of Digital Innovation at LVMH joins "Gen C" to discuss their approach to Web3, metaverse and immersive technologies. She discusses LVMH's early embrace of NFTs and the metaverse, the role of digital fashion and virtual worlds in enhancing customer experiences, and how AI is shaping the future of luxury branding. Links mentioned from the podcast:  The Rebooting Newsletter on the state of publishers Gab’s Racist AI Chatbots Have Been Instructed to Deny the Holocaust Roblox Game Developers Earned a Record $741 Million Last Year Nelly’s Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - Want to get three years of access to Consensus with the Microcosms NFT? For just 1ETH, you will gain entry to the conference and be eligible to receive randomized rewards including gift cards to local Austin spots, a hotel stay and VIP access to supercharge your event experience! In addition to three years of access to Consensus, you will also be the holder of a unique generative artwork, the Microcosms NFT, created by artist Fahad Karim. Mint now until March 14th at coindesk.com/consensusnft. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong, with additional production assistance from Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. In this week’s episode, LVMH's Nelly Mensah shares her insight on the luxury giant's foray into Web3, metaverse and immersive tech.

Nelly Mensah, VP of Digital Innovation at LVMH joins "Gen C" to discuss their approach to Web3, metaverse and immersive technologies. She discusses LVMH's early embrace of NFTs and the metaverse, the role of digital fashion and virtual worlds in enhancing customer experiences, and how AI is shaping the future of luxury branding.

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]]> 2691 no How to Bring an NFT to the Stars With Micah Johnson, Creator of Aku Micah Johnson, former pro baseball player, artist and creator of Aku World, joins "Gen C" to discuss art in crypto. Today we have artist and former professional athlete Micah Johnson on the podcast. From being a successful artist to creating Aku, a character reminding children to go after their big dreams which has shown up at the NBA All-Star Game, on Beats Headphones, to the cover of Time Magazine, hear how Micah embodies aspirational creator culture. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Aku World Micah’s Instagram Micah on Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong, with additional production assistance from Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 26 Feb 2024 22:01:33 -0000 How to Bring an NFT to the Stars With Micah Johnson, Creator of Aku full CoinDesk Micah Johnson, former pro baseball player, artist and creator of Aku World, joins "Gen C" to discuss art in crypto. Micah Johnson, former pro baseball player, artist and creator of Aku World, joins "Gen C" to discuss art in crypto. Today we have artist and former professional athlete Micah Johnson on the podcast. From being a successful artist to creating Aku, a character reminding children to go after their big dreams which has shown up at the NBA All-Star Game, on Beats Headphones, to the cover of Time Magazine, hear how Micah embodies aspirational creator culture. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Aku World Micah’s Instagram Micah on Twitter Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong, with additional production assistance from Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Micah Johnson, former pro baseball player, artist and creator of Aku World, joins "Gen C" to discuss art in crypto.

Today we have artist and former professional athlete Micah Johnson on the podcast. From being a successful artist to creating Aku, a character reminding children to go after their big dreams which has shown up at the NBA All-Star Game, on Beats Headphones, to the cover of Time Magazine, hear how Micah embodies aspirational creator culture.

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]]> 1560 no The Creator Is the Product, With Shopify’s Head of Brand Jess Williams Jess Williams, head of brand at Shopify, joins “Gen C” to share how they're leveraging creators and gaming for commerce. We’re joined by Jess Williams, head of brand at Shopify, to discuss the brand's work with creators and influencers as the next generation of entrepreneurs, their investment in women's sports sponsorships and their use of platforms like TikTok and gaming for commerce opportunities. Williams also provides insights on marketing trends like leveraging creators for ads and driving commerce through immersive experiences. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Disney Tries Again To Get Game Business Right With Epic, Fortnite Deal Coinbase’s bouncing QR code Super Bowl ad was so popular it crashed the app Jess on Twitter Shopify Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong, with additional production assistance from Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Tue, 20 Feb 2024 22:00:00 -0000 The Creator Is the Product, With Shopify’s Head of Brand Jess Williams full CoinDesk Jess Williams, head of brand at Shopify, joins “Gen C” to share how they're leveraging creators and gaming for commerce. Jess Williams, head of brand at Shopify, joins “Gen C” to share how they're leveraging creators and gaming for commerce. We’re joined by Jess Williams, head of brand at Shopify, to discuss the brand's work with creators and influencers as the next generation of entrepreneurs, their investment in women's sports sponsorships and their use of platforms like TikTok and gaming for commerce opportunities. Williams also provides insights on marketing trends like leveraging creators for ads and driving commerce through immersive experiences. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Disney Tries Again To Get Game Business Right With Epic, Fortnite Deal Coinbase’s bouncing QR code Super Bowl ad was so popular it crashed the app Jess on Twitter Shopify Website Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong, with additional production assistance from Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Jess Williams, head of brand at Shopify, joins “Gen C” to share how they're leveraging creators and gaming for commerce.

We’re joined by Jess Williams, head of brand at Shopify, to discuss the brand's work with creators and influencers as the next generation of entrepreneurs, their investment in women's sports sponsorships and their use of platforms like TikTok and gaming for commerce opportunities. Williams also provides insights on marketing trends like leveraging creators for ads and driving commerce through immersive experiences.

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]]> 2510 no Digital Art and Cultural Acceptance With MoMA's Madeleine Pierpont Madeleine Pierpont of The Museum of Modern Art shares how the renowned museum is embracing digital art and bringing awareness of the medium to its visitors. In this week’s episode, Madeleine Pierpont from MoMA discusses the museum's initiatives around digital art, exhibiting Refik Anadol’s NFT art physically, launching the Postcard project for collaborative blockchain art creation and their goal of bridging the gap between the traditional art world and Web3. We also discuss the role of museums today, challenges around art financialization and the future of AI art. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Apple Vision Pro review: The infinite desktop Employee loses $25M of firm’s funds after call with deepfake colleagues Farcaster's Dan Romero Explains How 'Frames' Did What X (Twitter) Doesn't Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong, with additional production assistance from Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 12 Feb 2024 21:10:35 -0000 Digital Art and Cultural Acceptance With MoMA's Madeleine Pierpont full CoinDesk Madeleine Pierpont of The Museum of Modern Art shares how the renowned museum is embracing digital art and bringing awareness of the medium to its visitors. Madeleine Pierpont of The Museum of Modern Art shares how the renowned museum is embracing digital art and bringing awareness of the medium to its visitors. In this week’s episode, Madeleine Pierpont from MoMA discusses the museum's initiatives around digital art, exhibiting Refik Anadol’s NFT art physically, launching the Postcard project for collaborative blockchain art creation and their goal of bridging the gap between the traditional art world and Web3. We also discuss the role of museums today, challenges around art financialization and the future of AI art. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Apple Vision Pro review: The infinite desktop Employee loses $25M of firm’s funds after call with deepfake colleagues Farcaster's Dan Romero Explains How 'Frames' Did What X (Twitter) Doesn't Watch this episode on video: YouTube CoinDesk Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong, with additional production assistance from Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Madeleine Pierpont of The Museum of Modern Art shares how the renowned museum is embracing digital art and bringing awareness of the medium to its visitors.

In this week’s episode, Madeleine Pierpont from MoMA discusses the museum's initiatives around digital art, exhibiting Refik Anadol’s NFT art physically, launching the Postcard project for collaborative blockchain art creation and their goal of bridging the gap between the traditional art world and Web3. We also discuss the role of museums today, challenges around art financialization and the future of AI art.

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]]> 2757 no Verifying Truth in the Age of Misinformation, With Melody Hildebrandt of FOX Melody Hildebrandt, CTO of FOX, joins the pod to discuss how AI and other emerging technologies are impacting and changing the media industry. In this episode of "Gen C," Avery and Sam explore the changing dynamics of the media industry and the impact of technology on media consumption and production. They discuss with this week’s guest, Melody Hildebrandt, CTO of FOX, the potential implications of AI in the newsroom, the importance of verifying content in the age of disinformation and how blockchain could revolutionize content financing and distribution. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Gen C on YouTube L.A. Times to lay off at least 115 people in the newsroom Melody on Twitter Verify Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong, with additional production assistance from Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 05 Feb 2024 18:18:27 -0000 Verifying Truth in the Age of Misinformation, With Melody Hildebrandt of FOX full CoinDesk Melody Hildebrandt, CTO of FOX, joins the pod to discuss how AI and other emerging technologies are impacting and changing the media industry. Melody Hildebrandt, CTO of FOX, joins the pod to discuss how AI and other emerging technologies are impacting and changing the media industry. In this episode of "Gen C," Avery and Sam explore the changing dynamics of the media industry and the impact of technology on media consumption and production. They discuss with this week’s guest, Melody Hildebrandt, CTO of FOX, the potential implications of AI in the newsroom, the importance of verifying content in the age of disinformation and how blockchain could revolutionize content financing and distribution. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Gen C on YouTube L.A. Times to lay off at least 115 people in the newsroom Melody on Twitter Verify Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong, with additional production assistance from Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Melody Hildebrandt, CTO of FOX, joins the pod to discuss how AI and other emerging technologies are impacting and changing the media industry.

In this episode of "Gen C," Avery and Sam explore the changing dynamics of the media industry and the impact of technology on media consumption and production. They discuss with this week’s guest, Melody Hildebrandt, CTO of FOX, the potential implications of AI in the newsroom, the importance of verifying content in the age of disinformation and how blockchain could revolutionize content financing and distribution.

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]]> 2609 no Driving Into the Metaverse With Pia Schörner of BMW BMW’s Head of Digital Experiential Content, Gaming and the BMW Metaverse shares insights on creating authentic brand experiences in virtual worlds and building relationships with the next generation of drivers. In this episode of “Gen C,” Avery and Sam chat with BMW’s Head of Digital Experiential Content, Gaming and the BMW Metaverse Pia Schörner about the automaker's forward-thinking approach to engaging younger audiences through gaming, the metaverse and emerging technologies like VR and AI. With 17 years driving innovation at BMW, Schörner provides an inside look at everything from the company's presence on Fortnite to its perspectives on digital ownership and the future of driving. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Just Us: Kith Announces Loyalty Program With Exclusive Sneaker Collaborations Fake Joe Biden robocall tells New Hampshire Democrats not to vote Tuesday ‘Palworld’ video game ignites furor as it becomes an overnight sensation BMW Group on Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong, with additional production assistance from Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Tue, 30 Jan 2024 18:38:11 -0000 Driving Into the Metaverse With Pia Schörner of BMW full CoinDesk BMW’s Head of Digital Experiential Content, Gaming and the BMW Metaverse shares insights on creating authentic brand experiences in virtual worlds and building relationships with the next generation of drivers. BMW’s Head of Digital Experiential Content, Gaming and the BMW Metaverse shares insights on creating authentic brand experiences in virtual worlds and building relationships with the next generation of drivers. In this episode of “Gen C,” Avery and Sam chat with BMW’s Head of Digital Experiential Content, Gaming and the BMW Metaverse Pia Schörner about the automaker's forward-thinking approach to engaging younger audiences through gaming, the metaverse and emerging technologies like VR and AI. With 17 years driving innovation at BMW, Schörner provides an inside look at everything from the company's presence on Fortnite to its perspectives on digital ownership and the future of driving. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Just Us: Kith Announces Loyalty Program With Exclusive Sneaker Collaborations Fake Joe Biden robocall tells New Hampshire Democrats not to vote Tuesday ‘Palworld’ video game ignites furor as it becomes an overnight sensation BMW Group on Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong, with additional production assistance from Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. BMW’s Head of Digital Experiential Content, Gaming and the BMW Metaverse shares insights on creating authentic brand experiences in virtual worlds and building relationships with the next generation of drivers.

In this episode of “Gen C,” Avery and Sam chat with BMW’s Head of Digital Experiential Content, Gaming and the BMW Metaverse Pia Schörner about the automaker's forward-thinking approach to engaging younger audiences through gaming, the metaverse and emerging technologies like VR and AI. With 17 years driving innovation at BMW, Schörner provides an inside look at everything from the company's presence on Fortnite to its perspectives on digital ownership and the future of driving.

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]]> 2669 no Getting Unhinged on CES, Snoop x Solo Stoves and, Is Roblox the new Amazon? With Avery and Sam With Avery back in action, she and Sam get into the latest news and updates like Snoop and Solo Stove and celebrity CMOs in this episode of “Gen C.” Avery shares her experience attending CES, the Consumer Electronics Show, and the key trends and technology that stood out. They also analyze the massive growth of Roblox's user base and discuss how and when the platform should monetize its audience. Other topics include Forbes utilizing connected wallets for subscriber acquisition and the implications of AI in content production and e-commerce. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Inside Solo Stove’s Viral Snoop Dogg Partnership—And How It Almost Didn’t Happen Roblox Monthly Active Users tweet Forbes Makes Premium Content Free For Web3 Community Via Digital Wallet Connect Vayner Morning Brew tweet Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong, with additional production assistance from Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 22 Jan 2024 21:05:55 -0000 Getting Unhinged on CES, Snoop x Solo Stoves and, Is Roblox the new Amazon? With Avery and Sam full CoinDesk With Avery back in action, she and Sam get into the latest news and updates like Snoop and Solo Stove and celebrity CMOs in this episode of “Gen C.” With Avery back in action, she and Sam get into the latest news and updates like Snoop and Solo Stove and celebrity CMOs in this episode of “Gen C.” Avery shares her experience attending CES, the Consumer Electronics Show, and the key trends and technology that stood out. They also analyze the massive growth of Roblox's user base and discuss how and when the platform should monetize its audience. Other topics include Forbes utilizing connected wallets for subscriber acquisition and the implications of AI in content production and e-commerce. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Inside Solo Stove’s Viral Snoop Dogg Partnership—And How It Almost Didn’t Happen Roblox Monthly Active Users tweet Forbes Makes Premium Content Free For Web3 Community Via Digital Wallet Connect Vayner Morning Brew tweet Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong, with additional production assistance from Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. With Avery back in action, she and Sam get into the latest news and updates like Snoop and Solo Stove and celebrity CMOs in this episode of “Gen C.”

Avery shares her experience attending CES, the Consumer Electronics Show, and the key trends and technology that stood out. They also analyze the massive growth of Roblox's user base and discuss how and when the platform should monetize its audience. Other topics include Forbes utilizing connected wallets for subscriber acquisition and the implications of AI in content production and e-commerce.

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]]> 2206 no Bringing Transparency to the Future of Music With TOKiMONSTA and Laura Jaramillo of Sonu In this episode, we discuss with the co-founders of Sonu how they’re disrupting the music industry and empowering both artists and fans with their blockchain-backed music streaming company. DJ and music producer TOKiMONSTA and Co-Founder Laura Jaramillo discuss Sonu, their music streaming and NFT platform built on blockchain aiming to provide artists with new revenue streams and more transparency into their fandom. We’re also joined by Magdalena Kala, our guest co-host to discuss the latest news of the week like the Bitcoin ETF approval. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Bitcoin ETFs Win SEC Approval, Bringing Easier Access to Biggest Cryptocurrency Fox News and Polygon team up to develop and opensource a media verification platform  Reality check: virtual human AYAYI launches first “phygital” fashion collection TOKiMONSTA’s Twitter Laura’s Twitter Sonu’s Website Mags’ Twitter Double Down Fund Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Tue, 16 Jan 2024 19:28:53 -0000 Bringing Transparency to the Future of Music With TOKiMONSTA and Laura Jaramillo of Sonu full CoinDesk In this episode, we discuss with the co-founders of Sonu how they’re disrupting the music industry and empowering both artists and fans with their blockchain-backed music streaming company. In this episode, we discuss with the co-founders of Sonu how they’re disrupting the music industry and empowering both artists and fans with their blockchain-backed music streaming company. DJ and music producer TOKiMONSTA and Co-Founder Laura Jaramillo discuss Sonu, their music streaming and NFT platform built on blockchain aiming to provide artists with new revenue streams and more transparency into their fandom. We’re also joined by Magdalena Kala, our guest co-host to discuss the latest news of the week like the Bitcoin ETF approval. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Bitcoin ETFs Win SEC Approval, Bringing Easier Access to Biggest Cryptocurrency Fox News and Polygon team up to develop and opensource a media verification platform  Reality check: virtual human AYAYI launches first “phygital” fashion collection TOKiMONSTA’s Twitter Laura’s Twitter Sonu’s Website Mags’ Twitter Double Down Fund Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. In this episode, we discuss with the co-founders of Sonu how they’re disrupting the music industry and empowering both artists and fans with their blockchain-backed music streaming company.

DJ and music producer TOKiMONSTA and Co-Founder Laura Jaramillo discuss Sonu, their music streaming and NFT platform built on blockchain aiming to provide artists with new revenue streams and more transparency into their fandom. We’re also joined by Magdalena Kala, our guest co-host to discuss the latest news of the week like the Bitcoin ETF approval.

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]]> 3142 no Brand Building, Collectibles and Zero Second Commerce With Keith Soljacich of Publicis Media EVP and Head of Innovation at Publicis Media Keith Soljacich joins us on this episode of “Gen C” and discusses how brands utilize evolving technologies to create deeper connections and supercharge business. In the first episode in 2024, we sit down with Keith Soljacich, EVP, head of innovation at Publicis Media to discuss how he uses emerging technologies to create personalized and emotional brand connections. Keith talks us through how he vets and brings technological opportunities, like artificial intelligence, blockchain and XR, to the number of clients that make up the Publicis Media network. Links mentioned from the podcast:  The Times Sues OpenAI and Microsoft Over A.I. Use of Copyrighted Work Rekt Brand Announces Equity For It’s Holders Sony, Nikon and Canon Partner to Fight Deepfakes Keith’s Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 08 Jan 2024 23:03:33 -0000 Brand Building, Collectibles and Zero Second Commerce With Keith Soljacich of Publicis Media full CoinDesk EVP and Head of Innovation at Publicis Media Keith Soljacich joins us on this episode of “Gen C” and discusses how brands utilize evolving technologies to create deeper connections and supercharge business. EVP and Head of Innovation at Publicis Media Keith Soljacich joins us on this episode of “Gen C” and discusses how brands utilize evolving technologies to create deeper connections and supercharge business. In the first episode in 2024, we sit down with Keith Soljacich, EVP, head of innovation at Publicis Media to discuss how he uses emerging technologies to create personalized and emotional brand connections. Keith talks us through how he vets and brings technological opportunities, like artificial intelligence, blockchain and XR, to the number of clients that make up the Publicis Media network. Links mentioned from the podcast:  The Times Sues OpenAI and Microsoft Over A.I. Use of Copyrighted Work Rekt Brand Announces Equity For It’s Holders Sony, Nikon and Canon Partner to Fight Deepfakes Keith’s Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. EVP and Head of Innovation at Publicis Media Keith Soljacich joins us on this episode of “Gen C” and discusses how brands utilize evolving technologies to create deeper connections and supercharge business.

In the first episode in 2024, we sit down with Keith Soljacich, EVP, head of innovation at Publicis Media to discuss how he uses emerging technologies to create personalized and emotional brand connections. Keith talks us through how he vets and brings technological opportunities, like artificial intelligence, blockchain and XR, to the number of clients that make up the Publicis Media network.

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]]> 3528 no Predictions for the New Year and Discussing Puma’s Marketing Playbook With Ivan Dashkov Puma's Head of Emerging Technology, Ivan Dashkov, joins us to discuss how the sportswear brand is approaching digital fashion, community building and marketing innovation. Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. In the final episode of 2023, Avery and Sam discuss predictions for 2024 and interview Ivan Dashkov, Head of Emerging Technology at Puma, about innovation in marketing and brand-building strategies like social media, NFTs, the metaverse and AI. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Threads is officially starting to test ActivityPub integration The rise of AI fake news is creating a ‘misinformation superspreader’ H&M nailed its metaverse entry with one simple priority, UX Ivan’s Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - From our sponsor: Chainalysis is the blockchain data platform. We provide data, software, services, and research to government agencies, web3 companies, financial institutions, and insurance and cybersecurity companies. Our data powers investigation, compliance, and business intelligence software that has been used to solve some of the world’s most high-profile criminal cases. For more information, visit www.chainalysis.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Tue, 26 Dec 2023 23:30:17 -0000 Predictions for the New Year and Discussing Puma’s Marketing Playbook With Ivan Dashkov full CoinDesk Puma's Head of Emerging Technology, Ivan Dashkov, joins us to discuss how the sportswear brand is approaching digital fashion, community building and marketing innovation. Puma's Head of Emerging Technology, Ivan Dashkov, joins us to discuss how the sportswear brand is approaching digital fashion, community building and marketing innovation. Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. In the final episode of 2023, Avery and Sam discuss predictions for 2024 and interview Ivan Dashkov, Head of Emerging Technology at Puma, about innovation in marketing and brand-building strategies like social media, NFTs, the metaverse and AI. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Threads is officially starting to test ActivityPub integration The rise of AI fake news is creating a ‘misinformation superspreader’ H&M nailed its metaverse entry with one simple priority, UX Ivan’s Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - From our sponsor: Chainalysis is the blockchain data platform. We provide data, software, services, and research to government agencies, web3 companies, financial institutions, and insurance and cybersecurity companies. Our data powers investigation, compliance, and business intelligence software that has been used to solve some of the world’s most high-profile criminal cases. For more information, visit www.chainalysis.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Puma's Head of Emerging Technology, Ivan Dashkov, joins us to discuss how the sportswear brand is approaching digital fashion, community building and marketing innovation.

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In the final episode of 2023, Avery and Sam discuss predictions for 2024 and interview Ivan Dashkov, Head of Emerging Technology at Puma, about innovation in marketing and brand-building strategies like social media, NFTs, the metaverse and AI.

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]]> 3070 no Art Basel Recap: The Cultural Upscaling of Brands In this episode, we dive into recent news in tech, gaming and all things Miami Art Week. Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. Avery and Sam discuss recent stories in tech regulation, gaming and brands at Miami Art Week. They explore topics like the EU's AI Act, the leaked trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6, brands participating in the metaverse and games and how brands can capture the high-value Art Basel audience. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Decrypt Media Inc. and Rug Radio Merge to Create Global Web3 Publishing Company The EU Just Passed Sweeping New Rules to Regulate AI GTA 6: Grand Theft Auto VI could smash revenue records Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - From our sponsor: Chainalysis is the blockchain data platform. We provide data, software, services, and research to government agencies, web3 companies, financial institutions, and insurance and cybersecurity companies. Our data powers investigation, compliance, and business intelligence software that has been used to solve some of the world’s most high-profile criminal cases. For more information, visit www.chainalysis.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 18 Dec 2023 21:46:48 -0000 Art Basel Recap: The Cultural Upscaling of Brands full CoinDesk In this episode, we dive into recent news in tech, gaming and all things Miami Art Week. In this episode, we dive into recent news in tech, gaming and all things Miami Art Week. Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. Avery and Sam discuss recent stories in tech regulation, gaming and brands at Miami Art Week. They explore topics like the EU's AI Act, the leaked trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6, brands participating in the metaverse and games and how brands can capture the high-value Art Basel audience. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Decrypt Media Inc. and Rug Radio Merge to Create Global Web3 Publishing Company The EU Just Passed Sweeping New Rules to Regulate AI GTA 6: Grand Theft Auto VI could smash revenue records Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - From our sponsor: Chainalysis is the blockchain data platform. We provide data, software, services, and research to government agencies, web3 companies, financial institutions, and insurance and cybersecurity companies. Our data powers investigation, compliance, and business intelligence software that has been used to solve some of the world’s most high-profile criminal cases. For more information, visit www.chainalysis.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. In this episode, we dive into recent news in tech, gaming and all things Miami Art Week.

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Avery and Sam discuss recent stories in tech regulation, gaming and brands at Miami Art Week. They explore topics like the EU's AI Act, the leaked trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6, brands participating in the metaverse and games and how brands can capture the high-value Art Basel audience.

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]]> 1466 no Unpacking the Role of Digital Art in Art History With Sotheby’s Michael Bouhanna Michael Bouhanna joins us to discuss the art world’s embrace of NFTs and the intersection between digital art and traditional auction houses. Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. In this episode of "Gen C," we sit down with Michael Bouhanna, vice president, contemporary art specialista and head of digital art and NFTs at renowned auction house Sotheby’s. Michael takes us through the evolution of digital art as a movement and collectors’ growing embrace of crypto art. We discuss sales like Sotheby’s record-breaking $6 million sale of the Goose, as well as predictions for digital art's presence during Miami Art Week and beyond. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Shopify COO nods to their crypto work Your A.I. Companion Will Support You No Matter What Michael on Twitter Sotheby’s Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - From our sponsor: Chainalysis is the blockchain data platform. We provide data, software, services, and research to government agencies, web3 companies, financial institutions, and insurance and cybersecurity companies. Our data powers investigation, compliance, and business intelligence software that has been used to solve some of the world’s most high-profile criminal cases. For more information, visit www.chainalysis.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 11 Dec 2023 22:27:04 -0000 Unpacking the Role of Digital Art in Art History With Sotheby’s Michael Bouhanna full CoinDesk Michael Bouhanna joins us to discuss the art world’s embrace of NFTs and the intersection between digital art and traditional auction houses. Michael Bouhanna joins us to discuss the art world’s embrace of NFTs and the intersection between digital art and traditional auction houses. Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. In this episode of "Gen C," we sit down with Michael Bouhanna, vice president, contemporary art specialista and head of digital art and NFTs at renowned auction house Sotheby’s. Michael takes us through the evolution of digital art as a movement and collectors’ growing embrace of crypto art. We discuss sales like Sotheby’s record-breaking $6 million sale of the Goose, as well as predictions for digital art's presence during Miami Art Week and beyond. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Shopify COO nods to their crypto work Your A.I. Companion Will Support You No Matter What Michael on Twitter Sotheby’s Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - From our sponsor: Chainalysis is the blockchain data platform. We provide data, software, services, and research to government agencies, web3 companies, financial institutions, and insurance and cybersecurity companies. Our data powers investigation, compliance, and business intelligence software that has been used to solve some of the world’s most high-profile criminal cases. For more information, visit www.chainalysis.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Michael Bouhanna joins us to discuss the art world’s embrace of NFTs and the intersection between digital art and traditional auction houses.

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In this episode of "Gen C," we sit down with Michael Bouhanna, vice president, contemporary art specialista and head of digital art and NFTs at renowned auction house Sotheby’s. Michael takes us through the evolution of digital art as a movement and collectors’ growing embrace of crypto art. We discuss sales like Sotheby’s record-breaking $6 million sale of the Goose, as well as predictions for digital art's presence during Miami Art Week and beyond.

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]]> 2888 no Merging Digital and Physical Through AR Gaming With Niantic CMO Mike Quigley Mike Quigley, chief marketing officer of Niantic, discusses the company's history of developing location-based augmented reality games, including Pokemon GO. Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. Listen to this week’s episode where we discuss how Niantic encourages people to explore and bring joy to their lives through the use of AR. We talk about tools for developers, partnerships with brands and his thoughts on the future of AR and generative AI. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Sports Illustrated Published Articles by Fake, AI-Generated Writers Developer Conference Axed After Fake Female Profiles Outcry Pika Wows in Debut as AI Video Generator Takes Aim at Tech Giants Dogecoin Funded SpaceX ‘Doge-1’ Moon Mission Gets a Step Closer to Launch Mike on Twitter Niantic Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - From our sponsor: Chainalysis is the blockchain data platform. We provide data, software, services, and research to government agencies, web3 companies, financial institutions, and insurance and cybersecurity companies. Our data powers investigation, compliance, and business intelligence software that has been used to solve some of the world’s most high-profile criminal cases. For more information, visit www.chainalysis.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 04 Dec 2023 21:14:34 -0000 Merging Digital and Physical Through AR Gaming With Niantic CMO Mike Quigley full CoinDesk Mike Quigley, chief marketing officer of Niantic, discusses the company's history of developing location-based augmented reality games, including Pokemon GO. Mike Quigley, chief marketing officer of Niantic, discusses the company's history of developing location-based augmented reality games, including Pokemon GO. Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. Listen to this week’s episode where we discuss how Niantic encourages people to explore and bring joy to their lives through the use of AR. We talk about tools for developers, partnerships with brands and his thoughts on the future of AR and generative AI. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Sports Illustrated Published Articles by Fake, AI-Generated Writers Developer Conference Axed After Fake Female Profiles Outcry Pika Wows in Debut as AI Video Generator Takes Aim at Tech Giants Dogecoin Funded SpaceX ‘Doge-1’ Moon Mission Gets a Step Closer to Launch Mike on Twitter Niantic Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - From our sponsor: Chainalysis is the blockchain data platform. We provide data, software, services, and research to government agencies, web3 companies, financial institutions, and insurance and cybersecurity companies. Our data powers investigation, compliance, and business intelligence software that has been used to solve some of the world’s most high-profile criminal cases. For more information, visit www.chainalysis.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mike Quigley, chief marketing officer of Niantic, discusses the company's history of developing location-based augmented reality games, including Pokemon GO.

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Listen to this week’s episode where we discuss how Niantic encourages people to explore and bring joy to their lives through the use of AR. We talk about tools for developers, partnerships with brands and his thoughts on the future of AR and generative AI.

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]]> 2566 no AI and Unlocking Creativity With Chris Duffey, Strategic Development Lead of Adobe This week, Avery and Sam unpack the OpenAI drama, then chat with Chris Duffey of Adobe on AI's impact on creativity and his view on Web3. Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. In this episode, Avery and Sam interview Chris Duffey, who leads strategic development for Adobe’s Emerging Solutions. We discuss how Adobe is incorporating generative AI into their suite of creative tools including Photoshop, and Duffey's vision for bringing these emerging technologies to brands, creators and 3D worlds. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Sam Altman to Return as OpenAI CEO Following In-Principle Agreement 'Oops, You Stepped Into the Future': Nike Drops Sneakers With NFTs Dunk Wars on Fortnite Chris on Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - From our sponsor: Chainalysis is the blockchain data platform. We provide data, software, services, and research to government agencies, web3 companies, financial institutions, and insurance and cybersecurity companies. Our data powers investigation, compliance, and business intelligence software that has been used to solve some of the world’s most high-profile criminal cases. For more information, visit www.chainalysis.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 27 Nov 2023 20:10:00 -0000 AI and Unlocking Creativity With Chris Duffey, Strategic Development Lead of Adobe full CoinDesk This week, Avery and Sam unpack the OpenAI drama, then chat with Chris Duffey of Adobe on AI's impact on creativity and his view on Web3. This week, Avery and Sam unpack the OpenAI drama, then chat with Chris Duffey of Adobe on AI's impact on creativity and his view on Web3. Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. In this episode, Avery and Sam interview Chris Duffey, who leads strategic development for Adobe’s Emerging Solutions. We discuss how Adobe is incorporating generative AI into their suite of creative tools including Photoshop, and Duffey's vision for bringing these emerging technologies to brands, creators and 3D worlds. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Sam Altman to Return as OpenAI CEO Following In-Principle Agreement 'Oops, You Stepped Into the Future': Nike Drops Sneakers With NFTs Dunk Wars on Fortnite Chris on Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - From our sponsor: Chainalysis is the blockchain data platform. We provide data, software, services, and research to government agencies, web3 companies, financial institutions, and insurance and cybersecurity companies. Our data powers investigation, compliance, and business intelligence software that has been used to solve some of the world’s most high-profile criminal cases. For more information, visit www.chainalysis.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. This week, Avery and Sam unpack the OpenAI drama, then chat with Chris Duffey of Adobe on AI's impact on creativity and his view on Web3.

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In this episode, Avery and Sam interview Chris Duffey, who leads strategic development for Adobe’s Emerging Solutions. We discuss how Adobe is incorporating generative AI into their suite of creative tools including Photoshop, and Duffey's vision for bringing these emerging technologies to brands, creators and 3D worlds.

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]]> 2528 no Inside Gods Unchained and the Evolution of Web3 Gaming With Daniel Paez of Immutable On this episode of "Gen C," we dive into the current gaming landscape with Daniel Paez, vice president and executive producer of the Immutable digital trading card game Gods Unchained. Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. This week, Avery and Sam interview Daniel Paez, the VP and Executive Producer of Gods Unchained, a successful digital trading card game from Immutable. Daniel shares insights from his experience in traditional gaming at places like Blizzard and discusses the state of Web3 gaming today, including how to build sustainable games and a potentially hot take on why ownership matters less to gamers than we think. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Disney To Launch NFT Platform With Dapper Labs Featuring Pixar and Star Wars Daniel on Twitter Gods Unchained Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - From our sponsor: Chainalysis is the blockchain data platform. We provide data, software, services, and research to government agencies, web3 companies, financial institutions, and insurance and cybersecurity companies. Our data powers investigation, compliance, and business intelligence software that has been used to solve some of the world’s most high-profile criminal cases. For more information, visit www.chainalysis.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 20 Nov 2023 19:27:31 -0000 Inside Gods Unchained and the Evolution of Web3 Gaming With Daniel Paez of Immutable full CoinDesk On this episode of "Gen C," we dive into the current gaming landscape with Daniel Paez, vice president and executive producer of the Immutable digital trading card game Gods Unchained. On this episode of "Gen C," we dive into the current gaming landscape with Daniel Paez, vice president and executive producer of the Immutable digital trading card game Gods Unchained. Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. This week, Avery and Sam interview Daniel Paez, the VP and Executive Producer of Gods Unchained, a successful digital trading card game from Immutable. Daniel shares insights from his experience in traditional gaming at places like Blizzard and discusses the state of Web3 gaming today, including how to build sustainable games and a potentially hot take on why ownership matters less to gamers than we think. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Disney To Launch NFT Platform With Dapper Labs Featuring Pixar and Star Wars Daniel on Twitter Gods Unchained Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - From our sponsor: Chainalysis is the blockchain data platform. We provide data, software, services, and research to government agencies, web3 companies, financial institutions, and insurance and cybersecurity companies. Our data powers investigation, compliance, and business intelligence software that has been used to solve some of the world’s most high-profile criminal cases. For more information, visit www.chainalysis.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. On this episode of "Gen C," we dive into the current gaming landscape with Daniel Paez, vice president and executive producer of the Immutable digital trading card game Gods Unchained.

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This week, Avery and Sam interview Daniel Paez, the VP and Executive Producer of Gods Unchained, a successful digital trading card game from Immutable. Daniel shares insights from his experience in traditional gaming at places like Blizzard and discusses the state of Web3 gaming today, including how to build sustainable games and a potentially hot take on why ownership matters less to gamers than we think.

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]]> 2763 no Crenshaw to Crypto With DeShone Kizer of One of None and Jorge Peniche of The Marathon Clothing DeShone Kizer and Jorge Peniche join this episode of “Gen C” to discuss their origin stories and how the two brands are collaborating around rapper Nipsey Hussle’s legacy. Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. DeShone Kizer shares how he made the shift in his career from an NFL quarterback to founder of an authentication platform for limited editions called One of None. We discuss the collaboration between Kizer and Jorge Peniche, creative director of Nipsey Hussle’s clothing brand, The Marathon Clothing, and about bringing to life a new NFT project bridging physical Marathon gear and digital collectibles. Links mentioned from the podcast:  NFTs could be coming to Roblox Humane launches AI Pin One of None Website The Marathon Clothing Website DeShone on Twitter Jorge on Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - From our sponsor: Chainalysis is the blockchain data platform. We provide data, software, services, and research to government agencies, web3 companies, financial institutions, and insurance and cybersecurity companies. Our data powers investigation, compliance, and business intelligence software that has been used to solve some of the world’s most high-profile criminal cases. For more information, visit www.chainalysis.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Tue, 14 Nov 2023 01:30:00 -0000 Crenshaw to Crypto With DeShone Kizer of One of None and Jorge Peniche of The Marathon Clothing full CoinDesk DeShone Kizer and Jorge Peniche join this episode of “Gen C” to discuss their origin stories and how the two brands are collaborating around rapper Nipsey Hussle’s legacy. DeShone Kizer and Jorge Peniche join this episode of “Gen C” to discuss their origin stories and how the two brands are collaborating around rapper Nipsey Hussle’s legacy. Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. DeShone Kizer shares how he made the shift in his career from an NFL quarterback to founder of an authentication platform for limited editions called One of None. We discuss the collaboration between Kizer and Jorge Peniche, creative director of Nipsey Hussle’s clothing brand, The Marathon Clothing, and about bringing to life a new NFT project bridging physical Marathon gear and digital collectibles. Links mentioned from the podcast:  NFTs could be coming to Roblox Humane launches AI Pin One of None Website The Marathon Clothing Website DeShone on Twitter Jorge on Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - From our sponsor: Chainalysis is the blockchain data platform. We provide data, software, services, and research to government agencies, web3 companies, financial institutions, and insurance and cybersecurity companies. Our data powers investigation, compliance, and business intelligence software that has been used to solve some of the world’s most high-profile criminal cases. For more information, visit www.chainalysis.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. DeShone Kizer and Jorge Peniche join this episode of “Gen C” to discuss their origin stories and how the two brands are collaborating around rapper Nipsey Hussle’s legacy.

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DeShone Kizer shares how he made the shift in his career from an NFL quarterback to founder of an authentication platform for limited editions called One of None. We discuss the collaboration between Kizer and Jorge Peniche, creative director of Nipsey Hussle’s clothing brand, The Marathon Clothing, and about bringing to life a new NFT project bridging physical Marathon gear and digital collectibles.

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]]> 3093 no Web3 and the Playbook to Rebuild Trust With Marc Mathieu, Co-Founder of the Web3 Studio at Salesforce In this episode of “Gen C”, we are re-airing our conversation with Marc Mathieu, the co-founder of the Web3 Studio at Salesforce and was previously CMO at Samsung Americas. He has held senior marketing positions with Unilever, Coca-Cola, among others. His unique and provocative approach to a Web3 strategy is a must listen for all marketers. Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. The Web3 Studio at Salesforce is focused on bringing hundreds of thousands of brands large and small into the Web3 universe. As the largest SAAS company in the world, unlike Nike or Starbucks, Salesforce is not focused on the end consumer, but on the business layer that lies in between. Avery and Sam sit down with Marc to discuss his career, why he is so passionate about Web3 and Salesforce’s role in it. They also dive into key lessons from Marc’s career that affect his perspective on the new internet. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Salesforce’s Web3 Modules Marc's Twitter Salesforce Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - From our sponsor: Chainalysis is the blockchain data platform. We provide data, software, services, and research to government agencies, web3 companies, financial institutions, and insurance and cybersecurity companies. Our data powers investigation, compliance, and business intelligence software that has been used to solve some of the world’s most high-profile criminal cases. For more information, visit www.chainalysis.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 06 Nov 2023 20:00:00 -0000 Web3 and the Playbook to Rebuild Trust With Marc Mathieu, Co-Founder of the Web3 Studio at Salesforce full CoinDesk In this episode of “Gen C”, we are re-airing our conversation with Marc Mathieu, the co-founder of the Web3 Studio at Salesforce and was previously CMO at Samsung Americas. He has held senior marketing positions with Unilever, Coca-Cola, among others. His unique and provocative approach to a Web3 strategy is a must listen for all marketers. In this episode of “Gen C”, we are re-airing our conversation with Marc Mathieu, the co-founder of the Web3 Studio at Salesforce and was previously CMO at Samsung Americas. He has held senior marketing positions with Unilever, Coca-Cola, among others. His unique and provocative approach to a Web3 strategy is a must listen for all marketers. Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. The Web3 Studio at Salesforce is focused on bringing hundreds of thousands of brands large and small into the Web3 universe. As the largest SAAS company in the world, unlike Nike or Starbucks, Salesforce is not focused on the end consumer, but on the business layer that lies in between. Avery and Sam sit down with Marc to discuss his career, why he is so passionate about Web3 and Salesforce’s role in it. They also dive into key lessons from Marc’s career that affect his perspective on the new internet. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Salesforce’s Web3 Modules Marc's Twitter Salesforce Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - From our sponsor: Chainalysis is the blockchain data platform. We provide data, software, services, and research to government agencies, web3 companies, financial institutions, and insurance and cybersecurity companies. Our data powers investigation, compliance, and business intelligence software that has been used to solve some of the world’s most high-profile criminal cases. For more information, visit www.chainalysis.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. In this episode of “Gen C”, we are re-airing our conversation with Marc Mathieu, the co-founder of the Web3 Studio at Salesforce and was previously CMO at Samsung Americas. He has held senior marketing positions with Unilever, Coca-Cola, among others. His unique and provocative approach to a Web3 strategy is a must listen for all marketers.

Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis.

The Web3 Studio at Salesforce is focused on bringing hundreds of thousands of brands large and small into the Web3 universe. As the largest SAAS company in the world, unlike Nike or Starbucks, Salesforce is not focused on the end consumer, but on the business layer that lies in between. Avery and Sam sit down with Marc to discuss his career, why he is so passionate about Web3 and Salesforce’s role in it. They also dive into key lessons from Marc’s career that affect his perspective on the new internet.

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]]> 2151 no From VR to AI, Mattel’s Vision for the Future of Play This week, Ron Friedman, VP of Mattel Future Lab, joins us to share how Mattel is bringing iconic toy brands into the digital future through a human-centered approach to innovation. Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. Ron Friedman of Mattel Future Lab shares his perspective on the importance of brand authenticity, mainstream accessibility and leveraging Web3 tech to reimagine play. He shares Mattel's vision for pioneering the future while staying true to their mission of connecting people. We talk about iconic brands like Hot Wheels and Barbie and how the brand is continuously looking to evolve these beloved entities. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Threedium Secures $11 Million Series A Led by Interpublic Group To Revolutionize High-Fidelity 3D Commerce Meta Quest 3 review: almost the one we’ve been waiting for Mattel Creations Ron on Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - From our sponsor: Chainalysis is the blockchain data platform. We provide data, software, services, and research to government agencies, web3 companies, financial institutions, and insurance and cybersecurity companies. Our data powers investigation, compliance, and business intelligence software that has been used to solve some of the world’s most high-profile criminal cases. For more information, visit www.chainalysis.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 30 Oct 2023 21:00:00 -0000 From VR to AI, Mattel’s Vision for the Future of Play full CoinDesk This week, Ron Friedman, VP of Mattel Future Lab, joins us to share how Mattel is bringing iconic toy brands into the digital future through a human-centered approach to innovation. This week, Ron Friedman, VP of Mattel Future Lab, joins us to share how Mattel is bringing iconic toy brands into the digital future through a human-centered approach to innovation. Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. Ron Friedman of Mattel Future Lab shares his perspective on the importance of brand authenticity, mainstream accessibility and leveraging Web3 tech to reimagine play. He shares Mattel's vision for pioneering the future while staying true to their mission of connecting people. We talk about iconic brands like Hot Wheels and Barbie and how the brand is continuously looking to evolve these beloved entities. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Threedium Secures $11 Million Series A Led by Interpublic Group To Revolutionize High-Fidelity 3D Commerce Meta Quest 3 review: almost the one we’ve been waiting for Mattel Creations Ron on Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - From our sponsor: Chainalysis is the blockchain data platform. We provide data, software, services, and research to government agencies, web3 companies, financial institutions, and insurance and cybersecurity companies. Our data powers investigation, compliance, and business intelligence software that has been used to solve some of the world’s most high-profile criminal cases. For more information, visit www.chainalysis.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. This week, Ron Friedman, VP of Mattel Future Lab, joins us to share how Mattel is bringing iconic toy brands into the digital future through a human-centered approach to innovation.

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Ron Friedman of Mattel Future Lab shares his perspective on the importance of brand authenticity, mainstream accessibility and leveraging Web3 tech to reimagine play. He shares Mattel's vision for pioneering the future while staying true to their mission of connecting people. We talk about iconic brands like Hot Wheels and Barbie and how the brand is continuously looking to evolve these beloved entities.

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]]> 2674 no Decentralizing Museums With Tom McLeod of Arkive In this episode of “Gen C,” Tom McLeod, co-founder of Arkive, discusses the company’s goal of making art more accessible through decentralization and community. Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. Tom McLeod, co-founder of Arkive, joins Gen C to discuss his background shifting from music and tech to arts and culture and how his company, Arkive is democratizing art collecting and patronage. Tune in to learn about Tom’s takes on emerging tech, collective ownership and disrupting the traditional museum model. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Universal Music sues AI company Anthropic for distributing song lyrics Macy’s Steps Into the Metaverse With New Digital Fashion Platform Tom on Twitter Arkive Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - From our sponsor: Chainalysis is the blockchain data platform. We provide data, software, services, and research to government agencies, web3 companies, financial institutions, and insurance and cybersecurity companies. Our data powers investigation, compliance, and business intelligence software that has been used to solve some of the world’s most high-profile criminal cases. For more information, visit www.chainalysis.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 23 Oct 2023 20:00:00 -0000 Decentralizing Museums With Tom McLeod of Arkive full CoinDesk In this episode of “Gen C,” Tom McLeod, co-founder of Arkive, discusses the company’s goal of making art more accessible through decentralization and community. In this episode of “Gen C,” Tom McLeod, co-founder of Arkive, discusses the company’s goal of making art more accessible through decentralization and community. Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. Tom McLeod, co-founder of Arkive, joins Gen C to discuss his background shifting from music and tech to arts and culture and how his company, Arkive is democratizing art collecting and patronage. Tune in to learn about Tom’s takes on emerging tech, collective ownership and disrupting the traditional museum model. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Universal Music sues AI company Anthropic for distributing song lyrics Macy’s Steps Into the Metaverse With New Digital Fashion Platform Tom on Twitter Arkive Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - From our sponsor: Chainalysis is the blockchain data platform. We provide data, software, services, and research to government agencies, web3 companies, financial institutions, and insurance and cybersecurity companies. Our data powers investigation, compliance, and business intelligence software that has been used to solve some of the world’s most high-profile criminal cases. For more information, visit www.chainalysis.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. In this episode of “Gen C,” Tom McLeod, co-founder of Arkive, discusses the company’s goal of making art more accessible through decentralization and community.

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Tom McLeod, co-founder of Arkive, joins Gen C to discuss his background shifting from music and tech to arts and culture and how his company, Arkive is democratizing art collecting and patronage. Tune in to learn about Tom’s takes on emerging tech, collective ownership and disrupting the traditional museum model.

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]]> 2481 no Restaurants, Loyalty and Getting $FLY With Ben Leventhal, Founder and CEO of Blackbird Labs Nobody understands restaurants like Ben Leventhal. From starting Eater and Resy to his new venture, Blackbird, Ben discusses bringing restaurants on-chain and building loyalty. Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. In this episode of the podcast, Avery and Sam chop it up with Ben Leventhal from Blackbird Labs. Ben has been a successful entrepreneur having started Eater, acquired by Vox, and Resy, acquired by Amex, and is now using NFTs and loyalty rewards on-chain to connect restaurants with their best customers with his new venture, Blackbird Labs. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Wearable Life Moment Tech Is Back VeeFriend Partnership Game Is Strong Ben on Twitter Blackbird Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - From our sponsor: Chainalysis is the blockchain data platform. We provide data, software, services, and research to government agencies, web3 companies, financial institutions, and insurance and cybersecurity companies. Our data powers investigation, compliance, and business intelligence software that has been used to solve some of the world’s most high-profile criminal cases. For more information, visit www.chainalysis.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 16 Oct 2023 20:31:28 -0000 Restaurants, Loyalty and Getting $FLY With Ben Leventhal, Founder and CEO of Blackbird Labs full CoinDesk Nobody understands restaurants like Ben Leventhal. From starting Eater and Resy to his new venture, Blackbird, Ben discusses bringing restaurants on-chain and building loyalty. Nobody understands restaurants like Ben Leventhal. From starting Eater and Resy to his new venture, Blackbird, Ben discusses bringing restaurants on-chain and building loyalty. Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. In this episode of the podcast, Avery and Sam chop it up with Ben Leventhal from Blackbird Labs. Ben has been a successful entrepreneur having started Eater, acquired by Vox, and Resy, acquired by Amex, and is now using NFTs and loyalty rewards on-chain to connect restaurants with their best customers with his new venture, Blackbird Labs. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Wearable Life Moment Tech Is Back VeeFriend Partnership Game Is Strong Ben on Twitter Blackbird Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - From our sponsor: Chainalysis is the blockchain data platform. We provide data, software, services, and research to government agencies, web3 companies, financial institutions, and insurance and cybersecurity companies. Our data powers investigation, compliance, and business intelligence software that has been used to solve some of the world’s most high-profile criminal cases. For more information, visit www.chainalysis.com. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Nobody understands restaurants like Ben Leventhal. From starting Eater and Resy to his new venture, Blackbird, Ben discusses bringing restaurants on-chain and building loyalty.

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In this episode of the podcast, Avery and Sam chop it up with Ben Leventhal from Blackbird Labs. Ben has been a successful entrepreneur having started Eater, acquired by Vox, and Resy, acquired by Amex, and is now using NFTs and loyalty rewards on-chain to connect restaurants with their best customers with his new venture, Blackbird Labs.

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]]> 2278 no Sponsored Episode: Regulation and Crypto’s Brand Problem With Jason Somensatto, Head of North America Public Policy, Chainalysis Jason Somensatto, who leads North America public policy for Chainalysis, discusses regulation, global perspectives and how brands should approach crypto. In this sponsored bonus episode of the podcast, Sam sits down with Chainalysis’ Jason Somensatto to discuss how the current regulatory landscape can be challenging for those looking to build, including in the Global South. We also discuss Jason’s ‘Best Customers vs. Bad Actors’ framework when it comes to risk and data. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Chainalysis Jason Somensatto on LinkedIn Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Thu, 12 Oct 2023 16:30:00 -0000 Sponsored Episode: Regulation and Crypto’s Brand Problem With Jason Somensatto, Head of North America Public Policy, Chainalysis full CoinDesk Jason Somensatto, who leads North America public policy for Chainalysis, discusses regulation, global perspectives and how brands should approach crypto. Jason Somensatto, who leads North America public policy for Chainalysis, discusses regulation, global perspectives and how brands should approach crypto. In this sponsored bonus episode of the podcast, Sam sits down with Chainalysis’ Jason Somensatto to discuss how the current regulatory landscape can be challenging for those looking to build, including in the Global South. We also discuss Jason’s ‘Best Customers vs. Bad Actors’ framework when it comes to risk and data. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Chainalysis Jason Somensatto on LinkedIn Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Jason Somensatto, who leads North America public policy for Chainalysis, discusses regulation, global perspectives and how brands should approach crypto.

In this sponsored bonus episode of the podcast, Sam sits down with Chainalysis’ Jason Somensatto to discuss how the current regulatory landscape can be challenging for those looking to build, including in the Global South. We also discuss Jason’s ‘Best Customers vs. Bad Actors’ framework when it comes to risk and data.

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]]> 2029 no Exercising the Innovation Muscle With Julia Klim, VP Strategic Partnerships, BD at Equinox Julia Klim of Equinox speaks with Avery and Sam on her role and how the lifestyle brand has been on top of fitness and culture trends for decades. In this episode of the podcast, Avery and Sam sit down with Julia Klim, VP Strategic Partnerships and BD at Equinox. Julia discusses how Equinox has evolved its brand over the years and has used innovation and creative partnerships to connect with consumers. Julia also discusses the role of Web3, gamification and alternate realities in the fitness and lifestyle journey. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Tom Hanks is an AI brand character and is not happy about it The Moma and Saatchi Gallery Continue to NFT Julia on Twitter Equinox Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 09 Oct 2023 17:29:14 -0000 Exercising the Innovation Muscle With Julia Klim, VP Strategic Partnerships, BD at Equinox full CoinDesk Julia Klim of Equinox speaks with Avery and Sam on her role and how the lifestyle brand has been on top of fitness and culture trends for decades. Julia Klim of Equinox speaks with Avery and Sam on her role and how the lifestyle brand has been on top of fitness and culture trends for decades. In this episode of the podcast, Avery and Sam sit down with Julia Klim, VP Strategic Partnerships and BD at Equinox. Julia discusses how Equinox has evolved its brand over the years and has used innovation and creative partnerships to connect with consumers. Julia also discusses the role of Web3, gamification and alternate realities in the fitness and lifestyle journey. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Tom Hanks is an AI brand character and is not happy about it The Moma and Saatchi Gallery Continue to NFT Julia on Twitter Equinox Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Julia Klim of Equinox speaks with Avery and Sam on her role and how the lifestyle brand has been on top of fitness and culture trends for decades.

In this episode of the podcast, Avery and Sam sit down with Julia Klim, VP Strategic Partnerships and BD at Equinox. Julia discusses how Equinox has evolved its brand over the years and has used innovation and creative partnerships to connect with consumers. Julia also discusses the role of Web3, gamification and alternate realities in the fitness and lifestyle journey.

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]]> 2561 no Three-Part Strategies for Growing International Brands with with Jess Chin, CMO of The Algorand Foundation Jess Chin shares lessons learned from her time at Nike, Apple ad Meta and how she’s now applying big brand thinking in her role as the Chief Marketing Officer at The Algorand Foundation. In this episode of the podcast, Avery and Sam sit down with Jess Chin, CMO of Algorand Foundation. Jess shares her experiences working at major brands like Apple, Nike, and Meta/WhatsApp before making the jump into the blockchain space at Algorand. She discusses lessons learned from working at these iconic brands, including the importance of being obsessed with product market fit, understanding the consumer and developing products that solve real needs. Links mentioned from the podcast:  On Day 146, Screenwriters Reach Deal With Studios to End Their Strike Why Ducati is confident in Web3, despite the cold of crypto winter Your NFTs Are Actually — Finally — Totally Worthless Jess’ Twitter Algorand’s Twitter Algorand Website Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Jonas Huck. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 02 Oct 2023 19:40:23 -0000 Three-Part Strategies for Growing International Brands with with Jess Chin, CMO of The Algorand Foundation full CoinDesk Jess Chin shares lessons learned from her time at Nike, Apple ad Meta and how she’s now applying big brand thinking in her role as the Chief Marketing Officer at The Algorand Foundation. In this episode of the podcast, Avery and Sam sit down with Jess Chin, CMO of Algorand Foundation. Jess shares her experiences working at major brands like Apple, Nike, and Meta/WhatsApp before making the jump into the blockchain space at Algorand. She discusses lessons learned from working at these iconic brands, including the importance of being obsessed with product market fit, understanding the consumer and developing products that solve real needs. Links mentioned from the podcast: On Day 146, Screenwriters Reach Deal With Studios to End Their Strike Why Ducati is confident in Web3, despite the cold of crypto winter Your NFTs Are Actually — Finally — Totally Worthless Jess’ Twitter Algorand’s Twitter Algorand Website Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Jonas Huck. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. Jess Chin shares lessons learned from her time at Nike, Apple ad Meta and how she’s now applying big brand thinking in her role as the Chief Marketing Officer at The Algorand Foundation. In this episode of the podcast, Avery and Sam sit down with Jess Chin, CMO of Algorand Foundation. Jess shares her experiences working at major brands like Apple, Nike, and Meta/WhatsApp before making the jump into the blockchain space at Algorand. She discusses lessons learned from working at these iconic brands, including the importance of being obsessed with product market fit, understanding the consumer and developing products that solve real needs. Links mentioned from the podcast:  On Day 146, Screenwriters Reach Deal With Studios to End Their Strike Why Ducati is confident in Web3, despite the cold of crypto winter Your NFTs Are Actually — Finally — Totally Worthless Jess’ Twitter Algorand’s Twitter Algorand Website Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Jonas Huck. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Jess Chin shares lessons learned from her time at Nike, Apple ad Meta and how she’s now applying big brand thinking in her role as the Chief Marketing Officer at The Algorand Foundation.

In this episode of the podcast, Avery and Sam sit down with Jess Chin, CMO of Algorand Foundation. Jess shares her experiences working at major brands like Apple, Nike, and Meta/WhatsApp before making the jump into the blockchain space at Algorand. She discusses lessons learned from working at these iconic brands, including the importance of being obsessed with product market fit, understanding the consumer and developing products that solve real needs.


Links mentioned from the podcast: 

On Day 146, Screenwriters Reach Deal With Studios to End Their Strike

Why Ducati is confident in Web3, despite the cold of crypto winter

Your NFTs Are Actually — Finally — Totally Worthless

Jess’ Twitter

Algorand’s Twitter

Algorand Website


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]]> 3446 no Innovation at the Core of Marketing with Alyson Griffin, Head of Marketing at State Farm Alyson Griffin joins us on the podcast to discuss her experience transitioning from tech marketing roles at Intel and HP to leading marketing for State Farm. In her time at State Farm, Alyson has introduced the brand to Web3 initiatives like bringing Jake to the Metaverse and the State Farm jingle, “Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there”. In this episode, we touch on the importance of innovation being at the core of their marketing strategy, the power of earned media, and the benefits of taking risks as a brand. Links mentioned from the podcast:  HeyGen AI Video Generator Crossmint and Mastercard doing more together for retailers and customers  TikTok introduces a way to label AI-generated content Alyson’s Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 25 Sep 2023 20:00:00 -0000 Innovation at the Core of Marketing with Alyson Griffin, Head of Marketing at State Farm full CoinDesk Alyson Griffin of State Farm discusses bringing an innovative mindset to an unlikely industry and how they’re looking to reach and connect with Gen Z audiences. Alyson Griffin joins us on the podcast to discuss her experience transitioning from tech marketing roles at Intel and HP to leading marketing for State Farm. In her time at State Farm, Alyson has introduced the brand to Web3 initiatives like bringing Jake to the Metaverse and the State Farm jingle, “Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there”. In this episode, we touch on the importance of innovation being at the core of their marketing strategy, the power of earned media, and the benefits of taking risks as a brand. Links mentioned from the podcast:  HeyGen AI Video Generator Crossmint and Mastercard doing more together for retailers and customers  TikTok introduces a way to label AI-generated content Alyson’s Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Alyson Griffin joins us on the podcast to discuss her experience transitioning from tech marketing roles at Intel and HP to leading marketing for State Farm. In her time at State Farm, Alyson has introduced the brand to Web3 initiatives like bringing Jake to the Metaverse and the State Farm jingle, “Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there”. In this episode, we touch on the importance of innovation being at the core of their marketing strategy, the power of earned media, and the benefits of taking risks as a brand.

Links mentioned from the podcast: 

HeyGen AI Video Generator

Crossmint and Mastercard doing more together for retailers and customers 

TikTok introduces a way to label AI-generated content

Alyson’s Twitter

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]]> 2754 no Driving Social Impact Through Emerging Technologies: A Conversation With Laurie Keith, VP of The Ad Council We're thrilled to introduce our latest guest, Laurie Keith, VP of Emerging Media and Technology at Ad Council. Laurie joins us to delve into their collaborative efforts with a diverse range of companies spanning various industries and technologies, all aimed at crafting impactful social campaigns. The Ad Council is a nonpartisan nonprofit that works with brands, creative agencies and media companies via pro bono or donated media bringing awareness to topics like mental health and diversity and inclusion. The Ad Council is responsible for some of the most iconic campaigns like Smokey Bear and McGruff the Crime Dog.  Don't miss this week's episode, where you'll discover how they're igniting action on vital issues using technology, the Metaverse, and Web3. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Roblox wants to be a dating app Top Generative AI Statistics for 2023 Mila Kunis Web Series Stoner Cats Faces SEC Enforcement Action for 'Unregistered' NFT Offerings Smokey Bear YouTube Laurie’s Twitter Ad Council Website Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 18 Sep 2023 21:01:14 -0000 Driving Social Impact Through Emerging Technologies: A Conversation With Laurie Keith, VP of The Ad Council full CoinDesk We're thrilled to introduce our latest guest, Laurie Keith, VP of Emerging Media and Technology at Ad Council. Laurie joins us to delve into their collaborative efforts with a diverse range of companies spanning various industries and technologies, all aimed at crafting impactful social campaigns. We're thrilled to introduce our latest guest, Laurie Keith, VP of Emerging Media and Technology at Ad Council. Laurie joins us to delve into their collaborative efforts with a diverse range of companies spanning various industries and technologies, all aimed at crafting impactful social campaigns. The Ad Council is a nonpartisan nonprofit that works with brands, creative agencies and media companies via pro bono or donated media bringing awareness to topics like mental health and diversity and inclusion. The Ad Council is responsible for some of the most iconic campaigns like Smokey Bear and McGruff the Crime Dog.  Don't miss this week's episode, where you'll discover how they're igniting action on vital issues using technology, the Metaverse, and Web3. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Roblox wants to be a dating app Top Generative AI Statistics for 2023 Mila Kunis Web Series Stoner Cats Faces SEC Enforcement Action for 'Unregistered' NFT Offerings Smokey Bear YouTube Laurie’s Twitter Ad Council Website Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. We're thrilled to introduce our latest guest, Laurie Keith, VP of Emerging Media and Technology at Ad Council. Laurie joins us to delve into their collaborative efforts with a diverse range of companies spanning various industries and technologies, all aimed at crafting impactful social campaigns.

The Ad Council is a nonpartisan nonprofit that works with brands, creative agencies and media companies via pro bono or donated media bringing awareness to topics like mental health and diversity and inclusion. The Ad Council is responsible for some of the most iconic campaigns like Smokey Bear and McGruff the Crime Dog. 

Don't miss this week's episode, where you'll discover how they're igniting action on vital issues using technology, the Metaverse, and Web3.

Links mentioned from the podcast: 

Roblox wants to be a dating app

Top Generative AI Statistics for 2023

Mila Kunis Web Series Stoner Cats Faces SEC Enforcement Action for 'Unregistered' NFT Offerings

Smokey Bear YouTube

Laurie’s Twitter

Ad Council Website


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]]> 2915 no Dressing the Digital World With Derek Edwards, Nick Gonzalez and Megan Kaspar This week, we celebrate the beginning of Fashion Month taking place in New York before moving on to London, Milan and Paris. This conversation was previously recorded at Consensus this past year in Austin, TX. Derek Edwards of Collab+Currency, Nick Gonzalez of UNXD and Megan Kaspar of Red DAO join Toby Bochan on the Consensus stage to discuss the rise of digital fashion, luxury brands entering Web3, the importance of provenance and community building and predictions for the evolution of digital fashion. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Toby’s Twitter Derek’s Twitter Nick’s Twitter Megan’s Twitter Full Consensus recording Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 11 Sep 2023 14:21:31 -0000 Dressing the Digital World With Derek Edwards, Nick Gonzalez and Megan Kaspar full CoinDesk This week, we celebrate the beginning of Fashion Month taking place in New York before moving on to London, Milan and Paris. This conversation was previously recorded at Consensus this past year in Austin, TX. This week, we celebrate the beginning of Fashion Month taking place in New York before moving on to London, Milan and Paris. This conversation was previously recorded at Consensus this past year in Austin, TX. Derek Edwards of Collab+Currency, Nick Gonzalez of UNXD and Megan Kaspar of Red DAO join Toby Bochan on the Consensus stage to discuss the rise of digital fashion, luxury brands entering Web3, the importance of provenance and community building and predictions for the evolution of digital fashion. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Toby’s Twitter Derek’s Twitter Nick’s Twitter Megan’s Twitter Full Consensus recording Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. This week, we celebrate the beginning of Fashion Month taking place in New York before moving on to London, Milan and Paris. This conversation was previously recorded at Consensus this past year in Austin, TX.

Derek Edwards of Collab+Currency, Nick Gonzalez of UNXD and Megan Kaspar of Red DAO join Toby Bochan on the Consensus stage to discuss the rise of digital fashion, luxury brands entering Web3, the importance of provenance and community building and predictions for the evolution of digital fashion.

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]]> 1738 no How Real Estate Is Embracing Web3 With Julie Allen, SVP of Digital and Creative at Howard Hughes This week on “Gen C,” we spoke with Julie Allen of Howard Hughes Corporation, a major real estate developer exploring Web3 technologies. We discussed how Howard Hughes is leveraging innovative technologies to bridge digital and physical experiences, from VR tours to NFT scavenger hunts. Julie Allen, SVP of Digital and Creative at real estate company Howard Hughes, joins the podcast this week to discuss how a real estate company is innovating in Web3. Julie shares how she got involved in crypto in 2013 and has since been an advocate for bringing Web3 technology and AI to enhance Howard Hughes' physical spaces and to improve the experience of viewing or buying a home for potential buyers. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Cheese-Makers Track Their Parmesans By Embedding Edible, Blockchain-Enabled Microchips OnlyFans Users Spent $5.6 Billion on Porn-Friendly Creator Site in Fiscal 2022, up 16% Walmart Partners With People Of Crypto Lab To Celebrate Hip-Hop And Black Culture In The Metaverse Julie’s Twitter Howard Hughes Website Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 04 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0000 How Real Estate Is Embracing Web3 With Julie Allen, SVP of Digital and Creative at Howard Hughes full CoinDesk This week on “Gen C,” we spoke with Julie Allen of Howard Hughes Corporation, a major real estate developer exploring Web3 technologies. We discussed how Howard Hughes is leveraging innovative technologies to bridge digital and physical experiences, from VR tours to NFT scavenger hunts. This week on “Gen C,” we spoke with Julie Allen of Howard Hughes Corporation, a major real estate developer exploring Web3 technologies. We discussed how Howard Hughes is leveraging innovative technologies to bridge digital and physical experiences, from VR tours to NFT scavenger hunts. Julie Allen, SVP of Digital and Creative at real estate company Howard Hughes, joins the podcast this week to discuss how a real estate company is innovating in Web3. Julie shares how she got involved in crypto in 2013 and has since been an advocate for bringing Web3 technology and AI to enhance Howard Hughes' physical spaces and to improve the experience of viewing or buying a home for potential buyers. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Cheese-Makers Track Their Parmesans By Embedding Edible, Blockchain-Enabled Microchips OnlyFans Users Spent $5.6 Billion on Porn-Friendly Creator Site in Fiscal 2022, up 16% Walmart Partners With People Of Crypto Lab To Celebrate Hip-Hop And Black Culture In The Metaverse Julie’s Twitter Howard Hughes Website Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. This week on “Gen C,” we spoke with Julie Allen of Howard Hughes Corporation, a major real estate developer exploring Web3 technologies. We discussed how Howard Hughes is leveraging innovative technologies to bridge digital and physical experiences, from VR tours to NFT scavenger hunts.

Julie Allen, SVP of Digital and Creative at real estate company Howard Hughes, joins the podcast this week to discuss how a real estate company is innovating in Web3. Julie shares how she got involved in crypto in 2013 and has since been an advocate for bringing Web3 technology and AI to enhance Howard Hughes' physical spaces and to improve the experience of viewing or buying a home for potential buyers.

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]]> 2786 no Don’t Be An Expert, Be A Student with Sandeep Seth, CMO of Coach Sandeep Seth, CMO of Coach, started off as an engineer before changing his career to focus on marketing. From P&G to Coach, Sandeep shares lessons learned along the way as well as a deeper dive into his perspective on innovation across Web3, Immersive Worlds and AI.   Links mentioned from the podcast:  Friendtech heats up YouTube tackles AI Sandeep's Twitter Coach Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 28 Aug 2023 21:00:00 -0000 Don’t Be An Expert, Be A Student with Sandeep Seth, CMO of Coach full CoinDesk Avery and Sam sit down with Sandeep Seth, CMO of Coach, to discuss Innovation, Web3 and AI and how mainstream brands stay curious. Sandeep Seth, CMO of Coach, started off as an engineer before changing his career to focus on marketing. From P&G to Coach, Sandeep shares lessons learned along the way as well as a deeper dive into his perspective on innovation across Web3, Immersive Worlds and AI.   Links mentioned from the podcast:  Friendtech heats up YouTube tackles AI Sandeep's Twitter Coach Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Sandeep Seth, CMO of Coach, started off as an engineer before changing his career to focus on marketing. From P&G to Coach, Sandeep shares lessons learned along the way as well as a deeper dive into his perspective on innovation across Web3, Immersive Worlds and AI.  


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]]> 2801 no Growing A Web3 Brand With Austin Hurwitz, Head of Business Development and Strategy at Doodles Avery and Sam speak with Austin Hurwitz from Doodles on recent collaborations, managing a Web3 community and channeling creativity with a Web3 based brand. This week's guest is Austin Hurwitz, head of business development and strategy at Doodles. Austin has worked at Amazon and other brands with a focus on music. Now, he is helping to steer Doodles from a pure play Web3 project to a mainstream brand, including recent collaborations with Adidas and CAMP. We hear what Austin and Doodles are focusing on and how they are doing so far. Links mentioned from the podcast: Adidas and BAPE Launch Tokenized Sneakers Zynga's First Web3 Game South Korean Web 2 Metaverse Platform Zepeto Gets a Web3 Makeover Doodles Website Austin’s Twitter Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 21 Aug 2023 16:12:09 -0000 Growing A Web3 Brand With Austin Hurwitz, Head of Business Development and Strategy at Doodles full CoinDesk Avery and Sam speak with Austin Hurwitz from Doodles on recent collaborations, managing a Web3 community and channeling creativity with a Web3 based brand. Avery and Sam speak with Austin Hurwitz from Doodles on recent collaborations, managing a Web3 community and channeling creativity with a Web3 based brand. This week's guest is Austin Hurwitz, head of business development and strategy at Doodles. Austin has worked at Amazon and other brands with a focus on music. Now, he is helping to steer Doodles from a pure play Web3 project to a mainstream brand, including recent collaborations with Adidas and CAMP. We hear what Austin and Doodles are focusing on and how they are doing so far. Links mentioned from the podcast: Adidas and BAPE Launch Tokenized Sneakers Zynga's First Web3 Game South Korean Web 2 Metaverse Platform Zepeto Gets a Web3 Makeover Doodles Website Austin’s Twitter Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Avery and Sam speak with Austin Hurwitz from Doodles on recent collaborations, managing a Web3 community and channeling creativity with a Web3 based brand.

This week's guest is Austin Hurwitz, head of business development and strategy at Doodles. Austin has worked at Amazon and other brands with a focus on music. Now, he is helping to steer Doodles from a pure play Web3 project to a mainstream brand, including recent collaborations with Adidas and CAMP. We hear what Austin and Doodles are focusing on and how they are doing so far.

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]]> 2854 no Understanding Web3 Talent and Opportunities With Lesley Silverman of UTA Avery and Sam sit down with United Talent Agency’s Lesley Silverman to talk about career paths in Web3 and how talent agencies can help. This week's guest is Lesley Silverman, Head of Web3 at United Talent Agency. UTA represents many of the most dynamic artists in the Web3 space as well as many of the top actors, directors and creators in the world. We discuss her journey from lawyer to Web3, how creatives are approaching the space and how supporting artists is more about patronage than financial gain. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Grimes says she made more from NFTs than music Onchain Summer Paypal launches stablecoin Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 14 Aug 2023 17:52:34 -0000 Understanding Web3 Talent and Opportunities With Lesley Silverman of UTA full CoinDesk Avery and Sam sit down with United Talent Agency’s Lesley Silverman to talk about career paths in Web3 and how talent agencies help. Avery and Sam sit down with United Talent Agency’s Lesley Silverman to talk about career paths in Web3 and how talent agencies can help. This week's guest is Lesley Silverman, Head of Web3 at United Talent Agency. UTA represents many of the most dynamic artists in the Web3 space as well as many of the top actors, directors and creators in the world. We discuss her journey from lawyer to Web3, how creatives are approaching the space and how supporting artists is more about patronage than financial gain. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Grimes says she made more from NFTs than music Onchain Summer Paypal launches stablecoin Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Avery and Sam sit down with United Talent Agency’s Lesley Silverman to talk about career paths in Web3 and how talent agencies can help.

This week's guest is Lesley Silverman, Head of Web3 at United Talent Agency. UTA represents many of the most dynamic artists in the Web3 space as well as many of the top actors, directors and creators in the world. We discuss her journey from lawyer to Web3, how creatives are approaching the space and how supporting artists is more about patronage than financial gain.

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]]> 2959 no From Batman to NFTs: How Warner Bros. Discovery Is Building Web3 Into Franchises Avery and Sam chat with Josh Hackbarth of Warner Bros. Discovery about how major franchises are superserving their existing fan base and exploring new and engaging opportunities in Web3. Our guest this week is Josh Hackbarth, SVP, Franchise - DC, Animation and NFT Commercial Development for Warner Bros. Discovery. Hackbarth sits down with Avery and Sam to discuss developing Web3 initiatives for iconic franchises like Batman and Looney Tunes and how to further engage fans by creating open dialogue through Discord. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Ralph Lauren Goes Bigger on Fortnite with island and phygital boots With rebrand, Claire’s leans into AI and web3 This Art Exhibit Is Bringing New Life to Allen Ginsberg’s Poetry Using AI Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 07 Aug 2023 22:09:44 -0000 From Batman to NFTs: How Warner Bros. Discovery Is Building Web3 Into Franchises full CoinDesk Avery and Sam chat with Josh Hackbarth of Warner Bros. Discovery about how major franchises are superserving their existing fan base and exploring new and engaging opportunities in Web3. Avery and Sam chat with Josh Hackbarth of Warner Bros. Discovery about how major franchises are superserving their existing fan base and exploring new and engaging opportunities in Web3. Our guest this week is Josh Hackbarth, SVP, Franchise - DC, Animation and NFT Commercial Development for Warner Bros. Discovery. Hackbarth sits down with Avery and Sam to discuss developing Web3 initiatives for iconic franchises like Batman and Looney Tunes and how to further engage fans by creating open dialogue through Discord. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Ralph Lauren Goes Bigger on Fortnite with island and phygital boots With rebrand, Claire’s leans into AI and web3 This Art Exhibit Is Bringing New Life to Allen Ginsberg’s Poetry Using AI Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Avery and Sam chat with Josh Hackbarth of Warner Bros. Discovery about how major franchises are superserving their existing fan base and exploring new and engaging opportunities in Web3.

Our guest this week is Josh Hackbarth, SVP, Franchise - DC, Animation and NFT Commercial Development for Warner Bros. Discovery. Hackbarth sits down with Avery and Sam to discuss developing Web3 initiatives for iconic franchises like Batman and Looney Tunes and how to further engage fans by creating open dialogue through Discord.

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]]> 3105 no Coachella's Sam Schoonover on Building Communities Online We sat down with Sam Schoonover, innovation lead at Coachella, to discuss Coachella Island, music NFTs and the shift in physical experiences with the rise of social media. Sam joins the podcast to talk about his work with Coachella but also as the founder of Forward, a creative and emerging technology studio. He shares his experiences working with entertainment brands in the consumer innovation and technology space ranging from Universal Pictures to Epic Games. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Twitter is being rebranded as X As Actors Strike For AI Protections, Netflix Lists $900,000 AI Job The State of Web3 Growth Tech 2023 Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 31 Jul 2023 14:29:19 -0000 Coachella's Sam Schoonover on Building Communities Online full CoinDesk We sat down with Sam Schoonover, innovation lead at Coachella, to discuss Coachella Island, music NFTs and the shift in physical experiences with the rise of social media. We sat down with Sam Schoonover, innovation lead at Coachella, to discuss Coachella Island, music NFTs and the shift in physical experiences with the rise of social media. Sam joins the podcast to talk about his work with Coachella but also as the founder of Forward, a creative and emerging technology studio. He shares his experiences working with entertainment brands in the consumer innovation and technology space ranging from Universal Pictures to Epic Games. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Twitter is being rebranded as X As Actors Strike For AI Protections, Netflix Lists $900,000 AI Job The State of Web3 Growth Tech 2023 Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. We sat down with Sam Schoonover, innovation lead at Coachella, to discuss Coachella Island, music NFTs and the shift in physical experiences with the rise of social media.

Sam joins the podcast to talk about his work with Coachella but also as the founder of Forward, a creative and emerging technology studio. He shares his experiences working with entertainment brands in the consumer innovation and technology space ranging from Universal Pictures to Epic Games.

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]]> 2940 no The Next Evolution of Gen C with Avery and Sam On this episode, we talk about Google Play’s policy update allowing NFTs in their apps, Hollywood’s latest proposal amidst the strikes revealing studios want to own the likeness of background actors in perpetuity and Snoop Dogg’s Web3 music platform, Sound. Most importantly, Avery and Sam talk about the expansion of the pod to include more topics and guests. Gen C is the new generation of the internet. The C stands for Crypto, but it also stands for Creators, the Connected Consumer and Collectibles (both digital and physical with OnChain provenance). It stands for Culture and Characters (the ones we play in games and the companion ones that AI is building alongside us. It stands for Community and Digital Citizenship and the new set of transparent and trustless tools being built to govern them. Welcome to the new Gen C! Links mentioned from the podcast: Google Play Changes Policy on Tokenized Digital Assets, Allowing NFTs in Apps and Games Actors say Hollywood studios want their AI replicas — for free, forever Snoop Dogg and a16z Back Web3 Music Platform Sound’s $20M Funding Round Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen  Avery Akkineni  CoinDesk  Vayner3 "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 24 Jul 2023 17:57:55 -0000 The Next Evolution of Gen C with Avery and Sam full CoinDesk This week on Gen C, Avery and Sam discuss the recent news in the industry and an exciting shift to the podcast! On this episode, we talk about Google Play’s policy update allowing NFTs in their apps, Hollywood’s latest proposal amidst the strikes revealing studios want to own the likeness of background actors in perpetuity and Snoop Dogg’s Web3 music platform, Sound. Most importantly, Avery and Sam talk about the expansion of the pod to include more topics and guests. Gen C is the new generation of the internet. The C stands for Crypto, but it also stands for Creators, the Connected Consumer and Collectibles (both digital and physical with OnChain provenance). It stands for Culture and Characters (the ones we play in games and the companion ones that AI is building alongside us. It stands for Community and Digital Citizenship and the new set of transparent and trustless tools being built to govern them. Welcome to the new Gen C! Links mentioned from the podcast: Google Play Changes Policy on Tokenized Digital Assets, Allowing NFTs in Apps and Games Actors say Hollywood studios want their AI replicas — for free, forever Snoop Dogg and a16z Back Web3 Music Platform Sound’s $20M Funding Round Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen  Avery Akkineni  CoinDesk  Vayner3 "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. On this episode, we talk about Google Play’s policy update allowing NFTs in their apps, Hollywood’s latest proposal amidst the strikes revealing studios want to own the likeness of background actors in perpetuity and Snoop Dogg’s Web3 music platform, Sound. Most importantly, Avery and Sam talk about the expansion of the pod to include more topics and guests. Gen C is the new generation of the internet. The C stands for Crypto, but it also stands for Creators, the Connected Consumer and Collectibles (both digital and physical with OnChain provenance). It stands for Culture and Characters (the ones we play in games and the companion ones that AI is building alongside us. It stands for Community and Digital Citizenship and the new set of transparent and trustless tools being built to govern them. Welcome to the new Gen C!

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Actors say Hollywood studios want their AI replicas — for free, forever

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]]> 2336 no Brand Growth and the Consumer Mindset With Rachel Weiss of L’Oréal BOLD Ventures On this episode of “Gen C,” we discuss the evolution of the beauty industry with Rachel and how emerging tech, from VR and AR to new social platforms like Threads, has challenged the ways she engages with consumers. This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. Rachel has spent 16 years at L’Oréal where she’s shifted from marketing to digital strategy and innovation, to her current role as early stage investor at L'Oreal BOLD Ventures. Avery, Sam and Rachel talk about the early days of the beauty industry where products were primarily purchased in stores vs. online, how content creators play a large role in bringing awareness to new product launches and how EQ is at the heart of the human experience and connecting with consumers. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Why Threads Got 100 Million Users When Other Twitter Rivals Could Not Free Slurpee NFTs Served Up by 7-Eleven Tokenized U.S. Treasuries Surpass $600M as Crypto Investors Capture TradFi Yield Rachel's Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsors: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive communities. But that doesn't come without its risks. Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in Web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in Web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 17 Jul 2023 23:21:38 -0000 Brand Growth and the Consumer Mindset With Rachel Weiss of L’Oréal BOLD Ventures full CoinDesk On this episode of “Gen C,” we discuss the evolution of the beauty industry with Rachel and how emerging tech has challenged the ways she engages with consumers. On this episode of “Gen C,” we discuss the evolution of the beauty industry with Rachel and how emerging tech, from VR and AR to new social platforms like Threads, has challenged the ways she engages with consumers. This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. Rachel has spent 16 years at L’Oréal where she’s shifted from marketing to digital strategy and innovation, to her current role as early stage investor at L'Oreal BOLD Ventures. Avery, Sam and Rachel talk about the early days of the beauty industry where products were primarily purchased in stores vs. online, how content creators play a large role in bringing awareness to new product launches and how EQ is at the heart of the human experience and connecting with consumers. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Why Threads Got 100 Million Users When Other Twitter Rivals Could Not Free Slurpee NFTs Served Up by 7-Eleven Tokenized U.S. Treasuries Surpass $600M as Crypto Investors Capture TradFi Yield Rachel's Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsors: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive communities. But that doesn't come without its risks. Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in Web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in Web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. On this episode of “Gen C,” we discuss the evolution of the beauty industry with Rachel and how emerging tech, from VR and AR to new social platforms like Threads, has challenged the ways she engages with consumers.

This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis.

Rachel has spent 16 years at L’Oréal where she’s shifted from marketing to digital strategy and innovation, to her current role as early stage investor at L'Oreal BOLD Ventures. Avery, Sam and Rachel talk about the early days of the beauty industry where products were primarily purchased in stores vs. online, how content creators play a large role in bringing awareness to new product launches and how EQ is at the heart of the human experience and connecting with consumers.

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]]> 2987 no The Edges of Innovation With Seth Goldstein, Founder of Bright Moments Seth Goldstein has consistently been at the forefront of technological innovation. From the nascent stages of the Internet to his role as Entrepreneur-in-residence at Flatiron Partners, he has continually pushed the boundaries of what is possible. He is now pushing forward the generative art movement with Bright Moments. This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. Seth is a serial entrepreneur who has had a large number of successful companies and a few others that may have been launched a bit before their time. With Avery away, Seth and Sam go deep into Seth’s history, how he thinks about innovation and being ahead of the curve and we hear the origin story and current state of his much beloved generative art organization, Bright Moments, and how over the last two years they have circumnavigated the globe highlighting the innovation of digital art and on-chain ownership. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Lacoste Expands Its NFT Ecosystem With New Rewards Harry Styles Concert App Takes Fans in More Than One Direction With Blockchain Rewards Bright Moments Website Seth's Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsors: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive communities. But that doesn't come without its risks. Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in Web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in Web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 10 Jul 2023 15:25:04 -0000 The Edges of Innovation With Seth Goldstein, Founder of Bright Moments full CoinDesk From the nascent stages of the Internet to his role as Entrepreneur-in-residence at Flatiron Partners, Seth Goldstein has continually pushed the boundaries of what is possible. He is now pushing forward the generative art movement with Bright Moments. Seth Goldstein has consistently been at the forefront of technological innovation. From the nascent stages of the Internet to his role as Entrepreneur-in-residence at Flatiron Partners, he has continually pushed the boundaries of what is possible. He is now pushing forward the generative art movement with Bright Moments. This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. Seth is a serial entrepreneur who has had a large number of successful companies and a few others that may have been launched a bit before their time. With Avery away, Seth and Sam go deep into Seth’s history, how he thinks about innovation and being ahead of the curve and we hear the origin story and current state of his much beloved generative art organization, Bright Moments, and how over the last two years they have circumnavigated the globe highlighting the innovation of digital art and on-chain ownership. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Lacoste Expands Its NFT Ecosystem With New Rewards Harry Styles Concert App Takes Fans in More Than One Direction With Blockchain Rewards Bright Moments Website Seth's Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsors: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive communities. But that doesn't come without its risks. Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in Web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in Web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Seth Goldstein has consistently been at the forefront of technological innovation. From the nascent stages of the Internet to his role as Entrepreneur-in-residence at Flatiron Partners, he has continually pushed the boundaries of what is possible. He is now pushing forward the generative art movement with Bright Moments.

This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis.

Seth is a serial entrepreneur who has had a large number of successful companies and a few others that may have been launched a bit before their time. With Avery away, Seth and Sam go deep into Seth’s history, how he thinks about innovation and being ahead of the curve and we hear the origin story and current state of his much beloved generative art organization, Bright Moments, and how over the last two years they have circumnavigated the globe highlighting the innovation of digital art and on-chain ownership.

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]]> 3747 no Defining Culture in Web3 With Jeff Carvalho, Co-Founder of Highsnobiety This week, we sat down with entrepreneur and trend curator, Jeff Carvalho, to get his perspective on how one builds culture and communities and their intersection in Web3. We also explore his journey from pharmacy school to co-founding global fashion media brand, Highsnobiety. This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. Jeff Carvalho is the co-founder of Highsnobiety, co-founder of Burrata, and host of the “Culture Club” talk show. He shares his perspective on how technology and culture intersect in Web3 and the impact it has on bringing more users to the space. Plus, Avery and Sam discuss a quick recap of the Cannes Lion Festival. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Highsnobiety Website Burrata Website Culture Club on Twitter Jeff on Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsors: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive communities. But that doesn't come without its risks. Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in Web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in Web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 03 Jul 2023 14:52:05 -0000 Defining Culture in Web3 With Jeff Carvalho, Co-Founder of Highsnobiety full CoinDesk This week, we sat down with entrepreneur and trend curator, Jeff Carvalho, to get his perspective on how one builds culture and communities and their intersection in Web3. This week, we sat down with entrepreneur and trend curator, Jeff Carvalho, to get his perspective on how one builds culture and communities and their intersection in Web3. We also explore his journey from pharmacy school to co-founding global fashion media brand, Highsnobiety. This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. Jeff Carvalho is the co-founder of Highsnobiety, co-founder of Burrata, and host of the “Culture Club” talk show. He shares his perspective on how technology and culture intersect in Web3 and the impact it has on bringing more users to the space. Plus, Avery and Sam discuss a quick recap of the Cannes Lion Festival. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Highsnobiety Website Burrata Website Culture Club on Twitter Jeff on Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsors: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive communities. But that doesn't come without its risks. Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in Web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in Web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. This week, we sat down with entrepreneur and trend curator, Jeff Carvalho, to get his perspective on how one builds culture and communities and their intersection in Web3. We also explore his journey from pharmacy school to co-founding global fashion media brand, Highsnobiety.

This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis.

Jeff Carvalho is the co-founder of Highsnobiety, co-founder of Burrata, and host of the “Culture Club” talk show. He shares his perspective on how technology and culture intersect in Web3 and the impact it has on bringing more users to the space. Plus, Avery and Sam discuss a quick recap of the Cannes Lion Festival.

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]]> 2928 no Metaverse Learning, NFTs in the Intelligence Industry and AI Powered JPEGs With CoinDesk’s Cam Thompson In this episode, special guest host Cam Thompson from CoinDesk and Sam talk about all of the latest stories and deep dive into metaverse learning and how the German Intelligence division is using NFTs to recruit talent. Cam Thompson is CoinDesk’s web3 journalist and is also a host of the “Carpe Consensus” podcast on the CoinDesk Podcast network. Cam and Sam break down the latest stories and trends on what is happening in AI, NFTs and metaverse learning. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Brycent Playing the Nike x Fortnite collaboration Alethea AI and ChatGPT German Intelligence Uses NFTs to Recruit Talent UNIC Metaverse Masters Degree Cam on Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsors: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive communities. But that doesn't come without its risks. Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in Web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in Web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc. - PayPal provides a secure and convenient platform for converting dollars into crypto. Start exploring new Web3 applications with peace of mind knowing that PayPal has your back. Buy, sell, HODL, transfer, send and checkout with crypto. All with PayPal. Get started today at PayPal.com/crypto. - WineChain revolutionizes fine wine as an alternative asset class on Polygon. Top wineries mint rare cuvées as NFTs backed by physical bottles, tradable on our marketplace. Experience unmatched liquidity and seamless storage and shipping. Create your account at winechain.co to access our most exciting drops of the summer! - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 26 Jun 2023 14:14:46 -0000 Metaverse Learning, NFTs in the Intelligence Industry and AI Powered JPEGs With CoinDesk’s Cam Thompson full CoinDesk In this episode, special guest host Cam Thompson from CoinDesk and Sam talk about all of the latest stories and deep dive into metaverse learning and how the German Intelligence division is using NFTs to recruit talent. In this episode, special guest host Cam Thompson from CoinDesk and Sam talk about all of the latest stories and deep dive into metaverse learning and how the German Intelligence division is using NFTs to recruit talent. Cam Thompson is CoinDesk’s web3 journalist and is also a host of the “Carpe Consensus” podcast on the CoinDesk Podcast network. Cam and Sam break down the latest stories and trends on what is happening in AI, NFTs and metaverse learning. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Brycent Playing the Nike x Fortnite collaboration Alethea AI and ChatGPT German Intelligence Uses NFTs to Recruit Talent UNIC Metaverse Masters Degree Cam on Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsors: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive communities. But that doesn't come without its risks. Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in Web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in Web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc. - PayPal provides a secure and convenient platform for converting dollars into crypto. Start exploring new Web3 applications with peace of mind knowing that PayPal has your back. Buy, sell, HODL, transfer, send and checkout with crypto. All with PayPal. Get started today at PayPal.com/crypto. - WineChain revolutionizes fine wine as an alternative asset class on Polygon. Top wineries mint rare cuvées as NFTs backed by physical bottles, tradable on our marketplace. Experience unmatched liquidity and seamless storage and shipping. Create your account at winechain.co to access our most exciting drops of the summer! - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. In this episode, special guest host Cam Thompson from CoinDesk and Sam talk about all of the latest stories and deep dive into metaverse learning and how the German Intelligence division is using NFTs to recruit talent.

Cam Thompson is CoinDesk’s web3 journalist and is also a host of the “Carpe Consensus” podcast on the CoinDesk Podcast network. Cam and Sam break down the latest stories and trends on what is happening in AI, NFTs and metaverse learning.

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]]> 2280 no Sponsored Episode: Understanding Brand Safety and Trust In NFTs, Featuring Ian Andrews of Chainalysis and Christoffer Poulsen of Bang & Olufsen In this special partner episode, we focus on how Chainalysis brings a security mindset to brands operating in the NFT space and we speak with Bang & Olufsen on their recent audio-focused NFT launch. Bang & Olufsen has been in the luxury audio space since 1925 with an eye towards design and high end customer experiences. They turned to Chainalysis to ensure that they were utilizing best practices in their tech stack to not only ensure that they were operating in a safe and secure manner but also that the consumers who were buying their NFTs were not funneling dark money into their purchase. Chainalysis’ Ian Andrews (CMO) and B&O’s Christoffer Poulsen join us to discuss how it all came together in this special sponsor episode. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Chainalysis Website Bang & Olufsen’s DNA Collection Ian on Twitter Christoffer on LinkedIn Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsors: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive communities. But that doesn't come without its risks. Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in Web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in Web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Thu, 22 Jun 2023 20:20:08 -0000 Sponsored Episode: Understanding Brand Safety and Trust In NFTs, Featuring Ian Andrews of Chainalysis and Christoffer Poulsen of Bang & Olufsen full CoinDesk In this special partner episode, we focus on how Chainalysis brings a security mindset to brands operating in the NFT space and we speak with Bang & Olufsen on their recent audio-focused NFT launch. In this special partner episode, we focus on how Chainalysis brings a security mindset to brands operating in the NFT space and we speak with Bang & Olufsen on their recent audio-focused NFT launch. Bang & Olufsen has been in the luxury audio space since 1925 with an eye towards design and high end customer experiences. They turned to Chainalysis to ensure that they were utilizing best practices in their tech stack to not only ensure that they were operating in a safe and secure manner but also that the consumers who were buying their NFTs were not funneling dark money into their purchase. Chainalysis’ Ian Andrews (CMO) and B&O’s Christoffer Poulsen join us to discuss how it all came together in this special sponsor episode. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Chainalysis Website Bang & Olufsen’s DNA Collection Ian on Twitter Christoffer on LinkedIn Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsors: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive communities. But that doesn't come without its risks. Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in Web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in Web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. In this special partner episode, we focus on how Chainalysis brings a security mindset to brands operating in the NFT space and we speak with Bang & Olufsen on their recent audio-focused NFT launch.

Bang & Olufsen has been in the luxury audio space since 1925 with an eye towards design and high end customer experiences. They turned to Chainalysis to ensure that they were utilizing best practices in their tech stack to not only ensure that they were operating in a safe and secure manner but also that the consumers who were buying their NFTs were not funneling dark money into their purchase. Chainalysis’ Ian Andrews (CMO) and B&O’s Christoffer Poulsen join us to discuss how it all came together in this special sponsor episode.

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]]> 2130 no Collaborating With Communities, Featuring Shannon Snow of World of Women and Tatiana Lupart of Moët Hennessy In this episode, we discuss how legacy brands are building and growing in this creator economy and the importance of finding communities that are aligned with their mission. Coming off of a recent collaboration between World of Women and Cloudy Bay Vineyards (LVMH) in Lisbon, Shannon and Tatiana share their insights on ideal brand partnerships, previous executions in Web3 like WoW’s partnership with Nicole Richie’s House of Harlow and the correlation between Web3, socializing and IRL events. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Fewocious Announces Adidas Collab Guy Fieri and Sammy Hagar Launch Web3 Tequila Loyalty Program Snoop Dogg Drops New NFTs That Evolve With His Tour Shannon on Twitter Tatiana on Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsors: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive communities. But that doesn't come without its risks. Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in Web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in Web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc. - PayPal provides a secure and convenient platform for converting dollars into crypto. Start exploring new Web3 applications with peace of mind knowing that PayPal has your back. Buy, sell, HODL, transfer, send and checkout with crypto. All with PayPal. Get started today at PayPal.com/crypto. - WineChain revolutionizes fine wine as an alternative asset class on Polygon. Top wineries mint rare cuvées as NFTs backed by physical bottles, tradable on our marketplace. Experience unmatched liquidity and seamless storage and shipping. Create your account at winechain.co to access our most exciting drops of the summer! - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Tue, 20 Jun 2023 14:12:58 -0000 Collaborating With Communities, Featuring Shannon Snow of World of Women and Tatiana Lupart of Moët Hennessy full CoinDesk In this episode, we discuss how legacy brands are building and growing in this creator economy and the importance of finding communities that are aligned with their mission. In this episode, we discuss how legacy brands are building and growing in this creator economy and the importance of finding communities that are aligned with their mission. Coming off of a recent collaboration between World of Women and Cloudy Bay Vineyards (LVMH) in Lisbon, Shannon and Tatiana share their insights on ideal brand partnerships, previous executions in Web3 like WoW’s partnership with Nicole Richie’s House of Harlow and the correlation between Web3, socializing and IRL events. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Fewocious Announces Adidas Collab Guy Fieri and Sammy Hagar Launch Web3 Tequila Loyalty Program Snoop Dogg Drops New NFTs That Evolve With His Tour Shannon on Twitter Tatiana on Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsors: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive communities. But that doesn't come without its risks. Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in Web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in Web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc. - PayPal provides a secure and convenient platform for converting dollars into crypto. Start exploring new Web3 applications with peace of mind knowing that PayPal has your back. Buy, sell, HODL, transfer, send and checkout with crypto. All with PayPal. Get started today at PayPal.com/crypto. - WineChain revolutionizes fine wine as an alternative asset class on Polygon. Top wineries mint rare cuvées as NFTs backed by physical bottles, tradable on our marketplace. Experience unmatched liquidity and seamless storage and shipping. Create your account at winechain.co to access our most exciting drops of the summer! - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. In this episode, we discuss how legacy brands are building and growing in this creator economy and the importance of finding communities that are aligned with their mission.

Coming off of a recent collaboration between World of Women and Cloudy Bay Vineyards (LVMH) in Lisbon, Shannon and Tatiana share their insights on ideal brand partnerships, previous executions in Web3 like WoW’s partnership with Nicole Richie’s House of Harlow and the correlation between Web3, socializing and IRL events.

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Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive communities. But that doesn't come without its risks. Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in Web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in Web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc.

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WineChain revolutionizes fine wine as an alternative asset class on Polygon. Top wineries mint rare cuvées as NFTs backed by physical bottles, tradable on our marketplace. Experience unmatched liquidity and seamless storage and shipping. Create your account at winechain.co to access our most exciting drops of the summer!

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"Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon.

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]]> 2980 no Exploring Virtual Worlds With Ashley McCollum of Roblox On this week’s episode of “Gen C,” we’re joined by Ashley McCollum, head of immersive media solutions at Roblox as they roll out their immersive media platform and to discuss their creator network. Roblox has worked with a number of brands to bring immersive brand experiences into the space, from meditation with Alo Yoga to the Gucci Garden exhibit. Ashley shares her perspective on how activating in the metaverse can bring value to brands, how they are building a new ad platform and how their five million strong creator network is monetizing on the platform. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Louis Vuitton To Release $39,000 Physical-Backed NFTs Nike Is Bringing Its .SWOOSH NFTs to EA Sports Games SEC Sues Coinbase on Unregistered Securities Exchange Allegations Ashley’s Twitter, Roblox Twitter, Roblox Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsor: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive communities. But that doesn't come without its risks. Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in Web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in Web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc. - PayPal provides a secure and convenient platform for converting dollars into crypto. Start exploring new Web3 applications with peace of mind knowing that PayPal has your back. Buy, sell, HODL, transfer, send and checkout with crypto. All with PayPal. Get started today at PayPal.com/crypto. - WineChain revolutionizes fine wine as an alternative asset class on Polygon. Top wineries mint rare cuvées as NFTs backed by physical bottles, tradable on our marketplace. Experience unmatched liquidity and seamless storage and shipping. Create your account at winechain.co to access our most exciting drops of the summer! - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 12 Jun 2023 19:47:35 -0000 Exploring Virtual Worlds With Ashley McCollum of Roblox full CoinDesk On this week’s episode of “Gen C,” we’re joined by Ashley McCollum, head of immersive media solutions at Roblox as they roll out their immersive media platform and to discuss their creator network. On this week’s episode of “Gen C,” we’re joined by Ashley McCollum, head of immersive media solutions at Roblox as they roll out their immersive media platform and to discuss their creator network. Roblox has worked with a number of brands to bring immersive brand experiences into the space, from meditation with Alo Yoga to the Gucci Garden exhibit. Ashley shares her perspective on how activating in the metaverse can bring value to brands, how they are building a new ad platform and how their five million strong creator network is monetizing on the platform. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Louis Vuitton To Release $39,000 Physical-Backed NFTs Nike Is Bringing Its .SWOOSH NFTs to EA Sports Games SEC Sues Coinbase on Unregistered Securities Exchange Allegations Ashley’s Twitter, Roblox Twitter, Roblox Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3 From our sponsor: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive communities. But that doesn't come without its risks. Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in Web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in Web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc. - PayPal provides a secure and convenient platform for converting dollars into crypto. Start exploring new Web3 applications with peace of mind knowing that PayPal has your back. Buy, sell, HODL, transfer, send and checkout with crypto. All with PayPal. Get started today at PayPal.com/crypto. - WineChain revolutionizes fine wine as an alternative asset class on Polygon. Top wineries mint rare cuvées as NFTs backed by physical bottles, tradable on our marketplace. Experience unmatched liquidity and seamless storage and shipping. Create your account at winechain.co to access our most exciting drops of the summer! - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. On this week’s episode of “Gen C,” we’re joined by Ashley McCollum, head of immersive media solutions at Roblox as they roll out their immersive media platform and to discuss their creator network.

Roblox has worked with a number of brands to bring immersive brand experiences into the space, from meditation with Alo Yoga to the Gucci Garden exhibit. Ashley shares her perspective on how activating in the metaverse can bring value to brands, how they are building a new ad platform and how their five million strong creator network is monetizing on the platform.

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Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive communities. But that doesn't come without its risks. Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in Web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in Web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc.

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WineChain revolutionizes fine wine as an alternative asset class on Polygon. Top wineries mint rare cuvées as NFTs backed by physical bottles, tradable on our marketplace. Experience unmatched liquidity and seamless storage and shipping. Create your account at winechain.co to access our most exciting drops of the summer!

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"Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon.

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]]> 3329 no The Music Fandom Ecosystem With Avenged Sevenfold’s Matt Sanders and Ticketmaster’s David Marcus This week’s episode of “Gen C” features Ticketmaster EVP of Global Music David Marcus and Avenged Sevenfold Lead Singer Matt Sanders to discuss tokenized ticket experiences, deepening fan relationships and building infra for artists. This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis, PayPal and WineChain. Avenged Sevenfold won MTV’s best new artist award in 2006, has released eight studio albums, counts millions of monthly fans on Spotify, has been nominated for Grammy awards and are some of the most forward thinking mainstream musicians in Web3. Avenged worked with Ticketmaster to tokengate their ticket-buying experience and are helping to build tooling for any artist to directly connect and leverage fan relationships with NFTs. Ticketmaster itself has tokenized experiences from The Super Bowl to Imagine Dragons and continues to build rails for artists to plug into to enable digital collectibles for live events. David Marcus from Ticketmaster and Matt Sanders from Avenged Sevenfold join Avery and Sam to discuss fandom and live events in a Web3 world. Links mentioned from the podcast: Doodles x Camp Formula 1 Tries NFT Ticketing Matt Sanders (M. Shadows) on Twitter David Marcus on Twitter Ticketmaster Launches Digital Collectibles Avenged Sevenfold on Spotify Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive communities. But that doesn't come without its risks. Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in Web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in Web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc. - PayPal provides a secure and convenient platform for converting dollars into crypto. Start exploring new Web3 applications with peace of mind knowing that PayPal has your back. Buy, sell, HODL, transfer, send and checkout with crypto. All with PayPal. Get started today at PayPal.com/crypto. - WineChain revolutionizes fine wine as an alternative asset class on Polygon. Top wineries mint rare cuvées as NFTs backed by physical bottles, tradable on our marketplace. Experience unmatched liquidity and seamless storage and shipping. Create your account at winechain.co to access our most exciting drops of the summer! - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Tue, 06 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0000 The Music Fandom Ecosystem With Avenged Sevenfold’s Matt Sanders and Ticketmaster’s David Marcus full CoinDesk This week’s episode of “Gen C” features Ticketmaster EVP of Global Music David Marcus and Avenged Sevenfold Lead Singer Matt Sanders to discuss tokenized ticket experiences, deepening fan relationships and building infra for artists. This week’s episode of “Gen C” features Ticketmaster EVP of Global Music David Marcus and Avenged Sevenfold Lead Singer Matt Sanders to discuss tokenized ticket experiences, deepening fan relationships and building infra for artists. This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis, PayPal and WineChain. Avenged Sevenfold won MTV’s best new artist award in 2006, has released eight studio albums, counts millions of monthly fans on Spotify, has been nominated for Grammy awards and are some of the most forward thinking mainstream musicians in Web3. Avenged worked with Ticketmaster to tokengate their ticket-buying experience and are helping to build tooling for any artist to directly connect and leverage fan relationships with NFTs. Ticketmaster itself has tokenized experiences from The Super Bowl to Imagine Dragons and continues to build rails for artists to plug into to enable digital collectibles for live events. David Marcus from Ticketmaster and Matt Sanders from Avenged Sevenfold join Avery and Sam to discuss fandom and live events in a Web3 world. Links mentioned from the podcast: Doodles x Camp Formula 1 Tries NFT Ticketing Matt Sanders (M. Shadows) on Twitter David Marcus on Twitter Ticketmaster Launches Digital Collectibles Avenged Sevenfold on Spotify Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive communities. But that doesn't come without its risks. Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in Web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in Web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc. - PayPal provides a secure and convenient platform for converting dollars into crypto. Start exploring new Web3 applications with peace of mind knowing that PayPal has your back. Buy, sell, HODL, transfer, send and checkout with crypto. All with PayPal. Get started today at PayPal.com/crypto. - WineChain revolutionizes fine wine as an alternative asset class on Polygon. Top wineries mint rare cuvées as NFTs backed by physical bottles, tradable on our marketplace. Experience unmatched liquidity and seamless storage and shipping. Create your account at winechain.co to access our most exciting drops of the summer! - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. This week’s episode of “Gen C” features Ticketmaster EVP of Global Music David Marcus and Avenged Sevenfold Lead Singer Matt Sanders to discuss tokenized ticket experiences, deepening fan relationships and building infra for artists.

This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis, PayPal and WineChain.

Avenged Sevenfold won MTV’s best new artist award in 2006, has released eight studio albums, counts millions of monthly fans on Spotify, has been nominated for Grammy awards and are some of the most forward thinking mainstream musicians in Web3. Avenged worked with Ticketmaster to tokengate their ticket-buying experience and are helping to build tooling for any artist to directly connect and leverage fan relationships with NFTs. Ticketmaster itself has tokenized experiences from The Super Bowl to Imagine Dragons and continues to build rails for artists to plug into to enable digital collectibles for live events. David Marcus from Ticketmaster and Matt Sanders from Avenged Sevenfold join Avery and Sam to discuss fandom and live events in a Web3 world.

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From our sponsor:

Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive communities. But that doesn't come without its risks. Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in Web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in Web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc.

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PayPal provides a secure and convenient platform for converting dollars into crypto. Start exploring new Web3 applications with peace of mind knowing that PayPal has your back. Buy, sell, HODL, transfer, send and checkout with crypto. All with PayPal. Get started today at PayPal.com/crypto.

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]]> 3420 no Tokenizing Once in a Lifetime Experiences With Andy Krainak, President of VeeFriends In this week’s episode of “Gen C,” VeeFriends President Andy Krainak comes on the podcast to discuss VeeCon year two, creating with Gary Vaynerchuck and how VeeFriends is activating a very loyal audience with empathy. This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis.com. Andy took a chance 11 years ago by tweeting at Gary V and asking for an internship. Fast-forward and Andy now leads VeeFriends, Gary’s successful Web3 brand NFT, event pass and community. He comes on the pod to discuss the most recent VeeCon conference in Indianapolis that featured everyone from Busta Rhymes to Drew Barrymore and Deepak Chopra. Krainak shares how major brands got involved, which speakers excited the audience most and how the event and community will evolve in time. Avery and Sam also discuss Bitcoin NFTs, Brave Browser’s recent token gated video calling service and finally how the Professional Bowlers Association is minting achievements for members. Links mentioned from the podcast: Bitcoin Is the 2nd Largest NFT Chain Brave Browser Launched NFT Gated Calling PBA Achievements On-Chain VeeCon Site Krainak on Twitter Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive community. But that doesn't come without its risks, Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in Web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 29 May 2023 09:00:00 -0000 Tokenizing Once in a Lifetime Experiences With Andy Krainak, President of VeeFriends full CoinDesk In this week’s episode of “Gen C,” VeeFriends President Andy Krainak comes on the podcast to discuss VeeCon year two, creating with Gary Vaynerchuck and how VeeFriends is activating a very loyal audience with empathy. In this week’s episode of “Gen C,” VeeFriends President Andy Krainak comes on the podcast to discuss VeeCon year two, creating with Gary Vaynerchuck and how VeeFriends is activating a very loyal audience with empathy. This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis.com. Andy took a chance 11 years ago by tweeting at Gary V and asking for an internship. Fast-forward and Andy now leads VeeFriends, Gary’s successful Web3 brand NFT, event pass and community. He comes on the pod to discuss the most recent VeeCon conference in Indianapolis that featured everyone from Busta Rhymes to Drew Barrymore and Deepak Chopra. Krainak shares how major brands got involved, which speakers excited the audience most and how the event and community will evolve in time. Avery and Sam also discuss Bitcoin NFTs, Brave Browser’s recent token gated video calling service and finally how the Professional Bowlers Association is minting achievements for members. Links mentioned from the podcast: Bitcoin Is the 2nd Largest NFT Chain Brave Browser Launched NFT Gated Calling PBA Achievements On-Chain VeeCon Site Krainak on Twitter Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive community. But that doesn't come without its risks, Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in Web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. In this week’s episode of “Gen C,” VeeFriends President Andy Krainak comes on the podcast to discuss VeeCon year two, creating with Gary Vaynerchuck and how VeeFriends is activating a very loyal audience with empathy.

This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis.com.

Andy took a chance 11 years ago by tweeting at Gary V and asking for an internship. Fast-forward and Andy now leads VeeFriends, Gary’s successful Web3 brand NFT, event pass and community. He comes on the pod to discuss the most recent VeeCon conference in Indianapolis that featured everyone from Busta Rhymes to Drew Barrymore and Deepak Chopra. Krainak shares how major brands got involved, which speakers excited the audience most and how the event and community will evolve in time. Avery and Sam also discuss Bitcoin NFTs, Brave Browser’s recent token gated video calling service and finally how the Professional Bowlers Association is minting achievements for members.

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Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive community. But that doesn't come without its risks, Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in Web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc.

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"Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon.

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]]> 2690 no Building Disruptive Brands from Web2 to Web3 With Kate Rouch, CMO of Coinbase On this week’s episode of Gen C, Coinbase's Kate Rouch talks about how the brand is looking to not only attract new users but also improve the industry at large through technology and education. Kate was at the forefront of growing the Meta brand, formerly Facebook, and product marketing for eleven years prior to making the jump to Coinbase. She joins the podcast to discuss how working at an innovative and disruptive company like Meta helps to inform her work at Coinbase. She also gives us the insider scoop on how the infamous Super Bowl ad with the bouncing QR code came to be and what the results were. Avery and Sam also discuss AI Girlfriends, Pudgy Penguin toys and Nike’s first .Swoosh drop. Links mentioned from the podcast: CREATOR OF RENTABLE "AI GIRLFRIEND" SAYS IT'S GONE ROGUE  Pudgy Penguins Tweet  Nike Is Releasing Its First Digital Sneaker Collection on .Swoosh  Coinbase Forced Into Outage Following Super Bowl Ad After More Traffic 'Than Ever Encountered'  https://twitter.com/kate_rouch  Follow us on Twitter: SamEwen avery_akkineni  CoinDesk  Vayner3  From our sponsor: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build an immersive community. But that doesn't come without its risks, Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc.  "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 22 May 2023 20:26:44 -0000 Building Disruptive Brands from Web2 to Web3 With Kate Rouch, CMO of Coinbase full CoinDesk On this week’s episode of Gen C, Coinbase's Kate Rouch talks about how the brand is looking to not only attract new users but also improve the industry at large through technology and education. On this week’s episode of Gen C, Coinbase's Kate Rouch talks about how the brand is looking to not only attract new users but also improve the industry at large through technology and education. Kate was at the forefront of growing the Meta brand, formerly Facebook, and product marketing for eleven years prior to making the jump to Coinbase. She joins the podcast to discuss how working at an innovative and disruptive company like Meta helps to inform her work at Coinbase. She also gives us the insider scoop on how the infamous Super Bowl ad with the bouncing QR code came to be and what the results were. Avery and Sam also discuss AI Girlfriends, Pudgy Penguin toys and Nike’s first .Swoosh drop. Links mentioned from the podcast: CREATOR OF RENTABLE "AI GIRLFRIEND" SAYS IT'S GONE ROGUE  Pudgy Penguins Tweet  Nike Is Releasing Its First Digital Sneaker Collection on .Swoosh  Coinbase Forced Into Outage Following Super Bowl Ad After More Traffic 'Than Ever Encountered'  https://twitter.com/kate_rouch  Follow us on Twitter: SamEwen avery_akkineni  CoinDesk  Vayner3  From our sponsor: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build an immersive community. But that doesn't come without its risks, Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc.  "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. On this week’s episode of Gen C, Coinbase's Kate Rouch talks about how the brand is looking to not only attract new users but also improve the industry at large through technology and education.

Kate was at the forefront of growing the Meta brand, formerly Facebook, and product marketing for eleven years prior to making the jump to Coinbase. She joins the podcast to discuss how working at an innovative and disruptive company like Meta helps to inform her work at Coinbase. She also gives us the insider scoop on how the infamous Super Bowl ad with the bouncing QR code came to be and what the results were. Avery and Sam also discuss AI Girlfriends, Pudgy Penguin toys and Nike’s first .Swoosh drop.


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CREATOR OF RENTABLE "AI GIRLFRIEND" SAYS IT'S GONE ROGUE 

Pudgy Penguins Tweet 

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Coinbase Forced Into Outage Following Super Bowl Ad After More Traffic 'Than Ever Encountered' 

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"Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon.

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]]> 2463 no Bobby Hundreds, Co-Founder of The Hundreds, Thinks It Is Still Early for Web3 and Why We Need to Give It Room to Grow Avery and Sam sit down with streetwear legend and Web3 entrepreneur Bobby Hundreds on the eve of the release of his new book, "NFTS ARE A SCAM." Bobby discusses his thoughts on how brands should build Web3 projects, his approach to culture and community and how AIR may be the most Web3 movie ever made. This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis.com. For the last 20 years, Bobby and Ben Hundreds of The Hundreds have successfully built a global brand through their forward-looking approach to community and creative collaboration. In 2021, they released the Adam Bomb Squad NFT project to tremendous success, and they are credited with being a blueprint for many mainstream brands' entry into the Web3 ecosystem. Bobby Hundreds discusses his approach to culture and crypto with Avery and Sam and talks about his new book, "NFTS ARE A SCAM/THE FUTURE," which is one part journey and one part guide on how brands should look at the emerging technology behind NFTs and Web3. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Sports Illustrated’s NFT Ticketing Platform Pudgy Penguins Raise $9M The Worldcoin Wallet Book.io & Huxley’s Brave New World Bobby Hundreds | Twitter NFTS ARE A SCAM | BOOK Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive community. But that doesn't come without its risks, Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in Web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 15 May 2023 19:35:18 -0000 Bobby Hundreds, Co-Founder of The Hundreds, Thinks It Is Still Early for Web3 and Why We Need to Give It Room to Grow full CoinDesk Avery and Sam sit down with streetwear legend and Web3 entrepreneur Bobby Hundreds on the eve of the release of his new book, "NFTS ARE A SCAM." Avery and Sam sit down with streetwear legend and Web3 entrepreneur Bobby Hundreds on the eve of the release of his new book, "NFTS ARE A SCAM." Bobby discusses his thoughts on how brands should build Web3 projects, his approach to culture and community and how AIR may be the most Web3 movie ever made. This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis.com. For the last 20 years, Bobby and Ben Hundreds of The Hundreds have successfully built a global brand through their forward-looking approach to community and creative collaboration. In 2021, they released the Adam Bomb Squad NFT project to tremendous success, and they are credited with being a blueprint for many mainstream brands' entry into the Web3 ecosystem. Bobby Hundreds discusses his approach to culture and crypto with Avery and Sam and talks about his new book, "NFTS ARE A SCAM/THE FUTURE," which is one part journey and one part guide on how brands should look at the emerging technology behind NFTs and Web3. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Sports Illustrated’s NFT Ticketing Platform Pudgy Penguins Raise $9M The Worldcoin Wallet Book.io & Huxley’s Brave New World Bobby Hundreds | Twitter NFTS ARE A SCAM | BOOK Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive community. But that doesn't come without its risks, Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in Web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Avery and Sam sit down with streetwear legend and Web3 entrepreneur Bobby Hundreds on the eve of the release of his new book, "NFTS ARE A SCAM." Bobby discusses his thoughts on how brands should build Web3 projects, his approach to culture and community and how AIR may be the most Web3 movie ever made.

This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis.com.

For the last 20 years, Bobby and Ben Hundreds of The Hundreds have successfully built a global brand through their forward-looking approach to community and creative collaboration. In 2021, they released the Adam Bomb Squad NFT project to tremendous success, and they are credited with being a blueprint for many mainstream brands' entry into the Web3 ecosystem. Bobby Hundreds discusses his approach to culture and crypto with Avery and Sam and talks about his new book, "NFTS ARE A SCAM/THE FUTURE," which is one part journey and one part guide on how brands should look at the emerging technology behind NFTs and Web3.

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Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive community. But that doesn't come without its risks, Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in Web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc.

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"Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon.

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]]> 4214 no Democratizing Ownership: The Future of Crypto Adoption and Brand Integration, With MoonPay CEO Ivan Soto-Wright MoonPay’s Ivan Soto-Wright joins Avery and Sam to discuss how MoonPay is helping to onboard brands and consumers into Web3 with simple tools to expand opportunities in a digital future. From the origin story of trying to create a buy crypto button for bitcoin.com to today, when over 15 million people have engaged with MoonPay financial services, Ivan Soto-Wright has helped to create one of the more ubiquitous Web3 brands. MoonPay is particularly strong in helping many of the world’s top brands join the ecosystem: Time Magazine, Alo Yoga, FOX, Christie’s and many others use MoonPay to enable entry into Web3. Hear about the state of MoonPay with Ivan and learn how they are leveraging MoonPay globally with a new app launch. Links mentioned from the podcast:  LeBron wears RTFKT  The Vatican digitises with NFTs MoonPay Keith Grossman Joins MoonPay Ivan Soto-Wright on Twitter Alo Yoga’a Angelic Vendette on GenC Luciano Deep House set Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive community. But that doesn't come without its risks, Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in Web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 08 May 2023 16:11:29 -0000 Democratizing Ownership: The Future of Crypto Adoption and Brand Integration, With MoonPay CEO Ivan Soto-Wright full CoinDesk MoonPay’s Ivan Soto-Wright joins Avery and Sam to discuss how MoonPay is helping to onboard brands and consumers into Web3 with simple tools to expand opportunities in a digital future. MoonPay’s Ivan Soto-Wright joins Avery and Sam to discuss how MoonPay is helping to onboard brands and consumers into Web3 with simple tools to expand opportunities in a digital future. From the origin story of trying to create a buy crypto button for bitcoin.com to today, when over 15 million people have engaged with MoonPay financial services, Ivan Soto-Wright has helped to create one of the more ubiquitous Web3 brands. MoonPay is particularly strong in helping many of the world’s top brands join the ecosystem: Time Magazine, Alo Yoga, FOX, Christie’s and many others use MoonPay to enable entry into Web3. Hear about the state of MoonPay with Ivan and learn how they are leveraging MoonPay globally with a new app launch. Links mentioned from the podcast:  LeBron wears RTFKT  The Vatican digitises with NFTs MoonPay Keith Grossman Joins MoonPay Ivan Soto-Wright on Twitter Alo Yoga’a Angelic Vendette on GenC Luciano Deep House set Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive community. But that doesn't come without its risks, Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in Web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. MoonPay’s Ivan Soto-Wright joins Avery and Sam to discuss how MoonPay is helping to onboard brands and consumers into Web3 with simple tools to expand opportunities in a digital future.

From the origin story of trying to create a buy crypto button for bitcoin.com to today, when over 15 million people have engaged with MoonPay financial services, Ivan Soto-Wright has helped to create one of the more ubiquitous Web3 brands. MoonPay is particularly strong in helping many of the world’s top brands join the ecosystem: Time Magazine, Alo Yoga, FOX, Christie’s and many others use MoonPay to enable entry into Web3. Hear about the state of MoonPay with Ivan and learn how they are leveraging MoonPay globally with a new app launch.

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Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive community. But that doesn't come without its risks, Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in Web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc.

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"Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon.

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]]> 2849 no Evaluating the Web3 Music Ecosystem, With Oana Ruxandra of Warner Music Group This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis.com. Recorded live at Consensus 2023 in Austin, Texas, Oana Ruxandra, chief digital officer for Warner Music Group joins Avery and Sam on stage to discuss fandom, non-fungible tokens in music and how artists and music labels are strategizing 360 approaches to help artists’ careers. Oana Ruxandra started her career as a financial portfolio manager before transitioning into the entertainment industry. As chief digital officer for Warner Music Group, she helps artists navigate innovation and the artist/fan engagement cycle. In this conversation, discussed live on stage in Austin at Consensus 2023, Oana sheds light on how Web3 is helping artists engage with fans, building experiences in the metaverse and the precarious landscape of generative artificial intelligence and artist creation. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Saweetie in Roblox Superbowl Concert Warner Music Group Website Oana Ruxandra on LinkedIn Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive community. But that doesn't come without its risks, Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 01 May 2023 18:50:00 -0000 Evaluating the Web3 Music Ecosystem, With Oana Ruxandra of Warner Music Group full CoinDesk Recorded live at Consensus 2023 in Austin, Texas, Oana Ruxandra, chief digital officer for Warner Music Group joins Avery and Sam on stage to discuss fandom, non-fungible tokens in music and how artists and music labels are strategizing 360 approaches to help artists’ careers. This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis.com. Recorded live at Consensus 2023 in Austin, Texas, Oana Ruxandra, chief digital officer for Warner Music Group joins Avery and Sam on stage to discuss fandom, non-fungible tokens in music and how artists and music labels are strategizing 360 approaches to help artists’ careers. Oana Ruxandra started her career as a financial portfolio manager before transitioning into the entertainment industry. As chief digital officer for Warner Music Group, she helps artists navigate innovation and the artist/fan engagement cycle. In this conversation, discussed live on stage in Austin at Consensus 2023, Oana sheds light on how Web3 is helping artists engage with fans, building experiences in the metaverse and the precarious landscape of generative artificial intelligence and artist creation. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Saweetie in Roblox Superbowl Concert Warner Music Group Website Oana Ruxandra on LinkedIn Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive community. But that doesn't come without its risks, Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis.com.

Recorded live at Consensus 2023 in Austin, Texas, Oana Ruxandra, chief digital officer for Warner Music Group joins Avery and Sam on stage to discuss fandom, non-fungible tokens in music and how artists and music labels are strategizing 360 approaches to help artists’ careers.

Oana Ruxandra started her career as a financial portfolio manager before transitioning into the entertainment industry. As chief digital officer for Warner Music Group, she helps artists navigate innovation and the artist/fan engagement cycle. In this conversation, discussed live on stage in Austin at Consensus 2023, Oana sheds light on how Web3 is helping artists engage with fans, building experiences in the metaverse and the precarious landscape of generative artificial intelligence and artist creation.

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Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive community. But that doesn't come without its risks, Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc.

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]]> 1727 no Innovating a 114-Year-Old Brand with Ciara Byrne of Condé Nast This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis.com  Ciara Byrne, vice president of new business innovation at Condé Nast joins the podcast to discuss the many ways the publishing company has experimented with the metaverse, digital art and digital collectibles through brands including GQ and Vogue. “Gen C” is sponsored by Chainalysis. Ciara Byrne discusses her journey from Google, where she focused primarily on DoubleClick, to Condé Nast’s incubator, where she works to build new business streams, shifting away from traditional advertising models. During her time at Condé, she’s launched multiple metaverse experiences and non-fungible token (NFT) collections celebrating art, fashion and music. Listen as Ciara discusses her approach to Web3, and how strategy and brand authenticity play a big role in the success of each brand. Links mentioned from the podcast: Jack Dorsey-Backed Decentralized Social Network Bluesky Gets 30,000 Signups in 48 Hours Nike Is Releasing Its First Digital Sneaker Collection on .Swoosh Vogue Singapore NFT Collection Club Vogue Singapore PhotoVogue Collection Ciara’s Twitter Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 - From our sponsor: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive community. But that doesn't come without its risks, Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc. Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 24 Apr 2023 19:39:00 -0000 Innovating a 114-Year-Old Brand with Ciara Byrne of Condé Nast full CoinDesk Ciara Byrne, vice president of new business innovation at Condé Nast joins the podcast to discuss the many ways the publishing company has experimented with the metaverse, digital art and digital collectibles through brands including GQ and Vogue. “Gen C” is sponsored by Chainalysis. This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis.com  Ciara Byrne, vice president of new business innovation at Condé Nast joins the podcast to discuss the many ways the publishing company has experimented with the metaverse, digital art and digital collectibles through brands including GQ and Vogue. “Gen C” is sponsored by Chainalysis. Ciara Byrne discusses her journey from Google, where she focused primarily on DoubleClick, to Condé Nast’s incubator, where she works to build new business streams, shifting away from traditional advertising models. During her time at Condé, she’s launched multiple metaverse experiences and non-fungible token (NFT) collections celebrating art, fashion and music. Listen as Ciara discusses her approach to Web3, and how strategy and brand authenticity play a big role in the success of each brand. Links mentioned from the podcast: Jack Dorsey-Backed Decentralized Social Network Bluesky Gets 30,000 Signups in 48 Hours Nike Is Releasing Its First Digital Sneaker Collection on .Swoosh Vogue Singapore NFT Collection Club Vogue Singapore PhotoVogue Collection Ciara’s Twitter Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 - From our sponsor: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive community. But that doesn't come without its risks, Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc. Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis.com 


Ciara Byrne, vice president of new business innovation at Condé Nast joins the podcast to discuss the many ways the publishing company has experimented with the metaverse, digital art and digital collectibles through brands including GQ and Vogue. “Gen C” is sponsored by Chainalysis.


Ciara Byrne discusses her journey from Google, where she focused primarily on DoubleClick, to Condé Nast’s incubator, where she works to build new business streams, shifting away from traditional advertising models. During her time at Condé, she’s launched multiple metaverse experiences and non-fungible token (NFT) collections celebrating art, fashion and music. Listen as Ciara discusses her approach to Web3, and how strategy and brand authenticity play a big role in the success of each brand.


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]]> 2659 no Innovation, Security and Snoop Dogg with Ian Rogers of Ledger This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis.com  Ian Rogers, chief experience officer for Ledger, joins the podcast to talk about his career in innovation, the importance of security and his long view of the ever-increasing role of digital assets in our lives. Ian Rogers discusses his early career moves at Winamp, Beats, Apple Music, LVMH and having that "aha" moment when he decided to join Ledger as chief experience officer. He shares his thoughts on digital assets, identity, culture and designing hardware and software systems that protect the valuable items in our lives. Sam and Avery also explore Ian’s long-view approach on building out transformational technology products, and why he’s not worried about minor bull and bear moments in crypto. Listen as Ian talks about the importance of cultural relevance and building brands – Ledger has had recent media success working with Drake and Snoop Dogg. Links mentioned from the podcast: Avenged Sevenfold Tweet discussing TicketPass Bitcoin Bling: Drake Is Latest Rapper to Flex Iced-Out Ledger Wallet Ledger Website Ian's Twitter Winamp Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 - From our sponsor: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive community. But that doesn't come without its risks, Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc. - Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 17 Apr 2023 18:54:36 -0000 Innovation, Security and Snoop Dogg with Ian Rogers of Ledger full CoinDesk Ian Rogers, chief experience officer for Ledger, joins the podcast to talk about his career in innovation, the importance of security and his long view of the ever-increasing role of digital assets in our lives. This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis.com  Ian Rogers, chief experience officer for Ledger, joins the podcast to talk about his career in innovation, the importance of security and his long view of the ever-increasing role of digital assets in our lives. Ian Rogers discusses his early career moves at Winamp, Beats, Apple Music, LVMH and having that "aha" moment when he decided to join Ledger as chief experience officer. He shares his thoughts on digital assets, identity, culture and designing hardware and software systems that protect the valuable items in our lives. Sam and Avery also explore Ian’s long-view approach on building out transformational technology products, and why he’s not worried about minor bull and bear moments in crypto. Listen as Ian talks about the importance of cultural relevance and building brands – Ledger has had recent media success working with Drake and Snoop Dogg. Links mentioned from the podcast: Avenged Sevenfold Tweet discussing TicketPass Bitcoin Bling: Drake Is Latest Rapper to Flex Iced-Out Ledger Wallet Ledger Website Ian's Twitter Winamp Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 - From our sponsor: Web3 offers budding opportunities for brands to create more value for their customers, engage fans and build immersive community. But that doesn't come without its risks, Chainalysis helps Fortune 500 brands better understand and manage the risks in web3 through proactive assessments on chain monitoring, investigations, training and more so that they can focus on building a roadmap for long-term growth. Learn more about how Chainalysis can help your company grow in web3 at www.chainalysis.com/genc. - Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis.com 


Ian Rogers, chief experience officer for Ledger, joins the podcast to talk about his career in innovation, the importance of security and his long view of the ever-increasing role of digital assets in our lives.


Ian Rogers discusses his early career moves at Winamp, Beats, Apple Music, LVMH and having that "aha" moment when he decided to join Ledger as chief experience officer. He shares his thoughts on digital assets, identity, culture and designing hardware and software systems that protect the valuable items in our lives. Sam and Avery also explore Ian’s long-view approach on building out transformational technology products, and why he’s not worried about minor bull and bear moments in crypto. Listen as Ian talks about the importance of cultural relevance and building brands – Ledger has had recent media success working with Drake and Snoop Dogg.


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]]> 2843 no On Gaming and Brand Building with Ryan Wyatt of Polygon Labs Ryan Wyatt, president of Polygon Labs, joins the "Gen C" podcast to discuss his extensive experience in gaming prior to his current role and how he and Polygon Labs are helping bring brands into Web3 through their technology. Ryan Wyatt shares his experience growing the Polygon Labs team, the development and growth team of Polygon, which has worked with big name brands ranging from Starbucks to Immutable. Sam and Avery pick Ryan's brain on how he approaches Web3 from the interoperability of communities, his take on whether wallets are a barrier to bringing people into the space and the digital ownership model. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Asprey Buggati Egg Collection British Museum Offers Greece “Exclusive NFT” of the Parthenon Marbles Trump NFT Sales Spike Following Ex-President's Arraignment in New York Polygon Website Ryan’s Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Are you building the next big thing in Web3? Apply to pitch your project live on stage at the CoinDesk Pitchfest Powered by Google Cloud at Consensus, the industry’s most influential event happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Apply by March 31 for a chance to be among the twelve finalists selected to pitch. Visit consensus.coindesk.com/pitchfest for more information. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 10 Apr 2023 20:23:06 -0000 On Gaming and Brand Building with Ryan Wyatt of Polygon Labs full CoinDesk Ryan Wyatt, president of Polygon Labs, joins the "Gen C" podcast to discuss his extensive experience in gaming prior to his current role and how he and Polygon Lans are helping bring brands into Web3 through their technology. Ryan Wyatt, president of Polygon Labs, joins the "Gen C" podcast to discuss his extensive experience in gaming prior to his current role and how he and Polygon Labs are helping bring brands into Web3 through their technology. Ryan Wyatt shares his experience growing the Polygon Labs team, the development and growth team of Polygon, which has worked with big name brands ranging from Starbucks to Immutable. Sam and Avery pick Ryan's brain on how he approaches Web3 from the interoperability of communities, his take on whether wallets are a barrier to bringing people into the space and the digital ownership model. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Asprey Buggati Egg Collection British Museum Offers Greece “Exclusive NFT” of the Parthenon Marbles Trump NFT Sales Spike Following Ex-President's Arraignment in New York Polygon Website Ryan’s Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Are you building the next big thing in Web3? Apply to pitch your project live on stage at the CoinDesk Pitchfest Powered by Google Cloud at Consensus, the industry’s most influential event happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Apply by March 31 for a chance to be among the twelve finalists selected to pitch. Visit consensus.coindesk.com/pitchfest for more information. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Ryan Wyatt, president of Polygon Labs, joins the "Gen C" podcast to discuss his extensive experience in gaming prior to his current role and how he and Polygon Labs are helping bring brands into Web3 through their technology.

Ryan Wyatt shares his experience growing the Polygon Labs team, the development and growth team of Polygon, which has worked with big name brands ranging from Starbucks to Immutable. Sam and Avery pick Ryan's brain on how he approaches Web3 from the interoperability of communities, his take on whether wallets are a barrier to bringing people into the space and the digital ownership model.

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]]> 2973 no The Tokenization of Culture, With Neda Whitney of Christie’s Neda Whitney, SVP, Head of Marketing at Christie’s discusses her career in Marketing, the historic Beeple sale and being the first auction house to exist on chain. On this week’s episode, Neda, Sam and Avery talk about the value of collecting digital art, dispelling the meaning of ‘crypto art’ and building loyalty with audiences through NFTs. Prior to Christie’s, Neda spent 20 years in agencies spanning from luxury PR to digital marketing. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Wassies NFT Prices Surge as Crypto Twitter Lore-Themed Hotel Opens in Singapore Unreal Engine Fortnite (UEFN): The ability to build your own worlds within the Fortnite ecosystem Gucci and Yuga Labs Are Bringing High Fashion to the Otherside Christie’s 3.0 Website Neda’s Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Are you building the next big thing in Web3? Apply to pitch your project live on stage at the CoinDesk Pitchfest Powered by Google Cloud at Consensus, the industry’s most influential event happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Apply by March 31 for a chance to be among the twelve finalists selected to pitch. Visit consensus.coindesk.com/pitchfest for more information. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 03 Apr 2023 18:55:43 -0000 The Tokenization of Culture, With Neda Whitney of Christie’s full CoinDesk Neda Whitney, SVP, Head of Marketing at Christie’s discusses her career in Marketing, the historic Beeple sale and being the first auction house to exist on chain. Neda Whitney, SVP, Head of Marketing at Christie’s discusses her career in Marketing, the historic Beeple sale and being the first auction house to exist on chain. On this week’s episode, Neda, Sam and Avery talk about the value of collecting digital art, dispelling the meaning of ‘crypto art’ and building loyalty with audiences through NFTs. Prior to Christie’s, Neda spent 20 years in agencies spanning from luxury PR to digital marketing. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Wassies NFT Prices Surge as Crypto Twitter Lore-Themed Hotel Opens in Singapore Unreal Engine Fortnite (UEFN): The ability to build your own worlds within the Fortnite ecosystem Gucci and Yuga Labs Are Bringing High Fashion to the Otherside Christie’s 3.0 Website Neda’s Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Are you building the next big thing in Web3? Apply to pitch your project live on stage at the CoinDesk Pitchfest Powered by Google Cloud at Consensus, the industry’s most influential event happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Apply by March 31 for a chance to be among the twelve finalists selected to pitch. Visit consensus.coindesk.com/pitchfest for more information. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Neda Whitney, SVP, Head of Marketing at Christie’s discusses her career in Marketing, the historic Beeple sale and being the first auction house to exist on chain.

On this week’s episode, Neda, Sam and Avery talk about the value of collecting digital art, dispelling the meaning of ‘crypto art’ and building loyalty with audiences through NFTs. Prior to Christie’s, Neda spent 20 years in agencies spanning from luxury PR to digital marketing.

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]]> 2776 no Augmenting Our Imaginations, With Mickey Friedman of Flair.ai Mickey Friedman, founder of Flair.ai, a product photography and advertising composition tool that is AI generated, joins the “Gen C” podcast this week to discuss the future of artificial intelligence. Mickey Friedman shares her knowledge of AI, a hot topic for not only those in Web3 but anyone on the internet who has come across ChatGPT, DALL-E or Midjourney. Mickey was at Tesla and Adobe prior to co-founding Flair.ai. In this episode, we discuss everything from AI for brand marketing to copyright infringement to whether or not AI is part of Web3. Links mentioned from the podcast:  A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie POAP Atlanta Home Tokenized on Ethereum, Nets $214,882 in Under 3 Minutes SEC Warns Coinbase It's Pursuing Enforcement Action Over Securities Violations Flair.ai Website Mickey’s Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Are you building the next big thing in Web3? Apply to pitch your project live on stage at the CoinDesk Pitchfest Powered by Google Cloud at Consensus, the industry’s most influential event happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Apply by March 31 for a chance to be among the twelve finalists selected to pitch. Visit consensus.coindesk.com/pitchfest for more information. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 27 Mar 2023 18:26:35 -0000 Augmenting Our Imaginations, With Mickey Friedman of Flair.ai full CoinDesk Mickey Friedman, founder of Flair.ai, a product photography and advertising composition tool that is AI generated, joins the “Gen C” podcast this week to discuss the future of artificial intelligence. Mickey Friedman, founder of Flair.ai, a product photography and advertising composition tool that is AI generated, joins the “Gen C” podcast this week to discuss the future of artificial intelligence. Mickey Friedman shares her knowledge of AI, a hot topic for not only those in Web3 but anyone on the internet who has come across ChatGPT, DALL-E or Midjourney. Mickey was at Tesla and Adobe prior to co-founding Flair.ai. In this episode, we discuss everything from AI for brand marketing to copyright infringement to whether or not AI is part of Web3. Links mentioned from the podcast:  A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie POAP Atlanta Home Tokenized on Ethereum, Nets $214,882 in Under 3 Minutes SEC Warns Coinbase It's Pursuing Enforcement Action Over Securities Violations Flair.ai Website Mickey’s Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Are you building the next big thing in Web3? Apply to pitch your project live on stage at the CoinDesk Pitchfest Powered by Google Cloud at Consensus, the industry’s most influential event happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Apply by March 31 for a chance to be among the twelve finalists selected to pitch. Visit consensus.coindesk.com/pitchfest for more information. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mickey Friedman, founder of Flair.ai, a product photography and advertising composition tool that is AI generated, joins the “Gen C” podcast this week to discuss the future of artificial intelligence.

Mickey Friedman shares her knowledge of AI, a hot topic for not only those in Web3 but anyone on the internet who has come across ChatGPT, DALL-E or Midjourney. Mickey was at Tesla and Adobe prior to co-founding Flair.ai. In this episode, we discuss everything from AI for brand marketing to copyright infringement to whether or not AI is part of Web3.

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]]> 2778 no Web3: The Future of Cultural Evolution with Nick Adler, MNTGE Nick Adler joins the podcast to talk about his journey into Web3 and how he’s bringing culture to digital wearables through his love of streetwear. From onboarding Snoop Dogg into Web3 to being an early holder of Bored Apes and most recently, founding MNTGE, a Web3 company focused on streetwear, vintage fashion and digital collectibles, Nick shares his long-term version and approach in the space. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Meta Will End Support for NFTs on Instagram, Facebook Sesame Street to Launch First NFTs With VeVe, Starting With Cookie Monster Digital Collectibles at $60 Each Twitch Stream of the AI clip MNTGE Website Nick’s Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 20 Mar 2023 17:15:21 -0000 Web3: The Future of Cultural Evolution with Nick Adler, MNTGE full CoinDesk Nick Adler joins the podcast to talk about his journey into Web3 and how he’s bringing culture to digital wearables through his love of streetwear. Nick Adler joins the podcast to talk about his journey into Web3 and how he’s bringing culture to digital wearables through his love of streetwear. From onboarding Snoop Dogg into Web3 to being an early holder of Bored Apes and most recently, founding MNTGE, a Web3 company focused on streetwear, vintage fashion and digital collectibles, Nick shares his long-term version and approach in the space. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Meta Will End Support for NFTs on Instagram, Facebook Sesame Street to Launch First NFTs With VeVe, Starting With Cookie Monster Digital Collectibles at $60 Each Twitch Stream of the AI clip MNTGE Website Nick’s Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Nick Adler joins the podcast to talk about his journey into Web3 and how he’s bringing culture to digital wearables through his love of streetwear.

From onboarding Snoop Dogg into Web3 to being an early holder of Bored Apes and most recently, founding MNTGE, a Web3 company focused on streetwear, vintage fashion and digital collectibles, Nick shares his long-term version and approach in the space.

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]]> 4104 no Breaking Down Web3 Gaming, Wallet as a Service and Tokenization With CoinDesk’s Rosie Perper, Deputy Managing Editor for Web3 Rosie Perper, Web3 journalist for CoinDesk, joins “Gen C” to discuss the latest moves in Web3. Rosie Perper, CoinDesk’s Deputy Managing Editor for Web3 joins Avery and Sam to discuss some of the bigger stories happening in NFTs, Web3 gaming, tokenized social clubs and playlists as well as the latest Vayner research on the Web3 consumer. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Coinbase starts Wallet as a Service The Otherside ‘Second Trip’ Planet Hollywood Goes Web3 Spotify Tokenizes Playlists  Rosie Perper on Twitter Vayner’s Web3 Consumer Research Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Are you building the next big thing in Web3? Apply to pitch your project live on stage at the CoinDesk Pitchfest Powered by Google Cloud at Consensus, the industry’s most influential event happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Apply by March 31 for a chance to be among the twelve finalists selected to pitch. Visit consensus.coindesk.com/pitchfest for more information. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 13 Mar 2023 14:19:42 -0000 Breaking Down Web3 Gaming, Wallet as a Service and Tokenization With CoinDesk’s Rosie Perper, Deputy Managing Editor for Web3 full CoinDesk Rosie Perper, Web3 journalist for CoinDesk, joins “Gen C” to discuss the latest moves in Web3. Rosie Perper, Web3 journalist for CoinDesk, joins “Gen C” to discuss the latest moves in Web3. Rosie Perper, CoinDesk’s Deputy Managing Editor for Web3 joins Avery and Sam to discuss some of the bigger stories happening in NFTs, Web3 gaming, tokenized social clubs and playlists as well as the latest Vayner research on the Web3 consumer. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Coinbase starts Wallet as a Service The Otherside ‘Second Trip’ Planet Hollywood Goes Web3 Spotify Tokenizes Playlists  Rosie Perper on Twitter Vayner’s Web3 Consumer Research Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Are you building the next big thing in Web3? Apply to pitch your project live on stage at the CoinDesk Pitchfest Powered by Google Cloud at Consensus, the industry’s most influential event happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Apply by March 31 for a chance to be among the twelve finalists selected to pitch. Visit consensus.coindesk.com/pitchfest for more information. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Rosie Perper, Web3 journalist for CoinDesk, joins “Gen C” to discuss the latest moves in Web3.

Rosie Perper, CoinDesk’s Deputy Managing Editor for Web3 joins Avery and Sam to discuss some of the bigger stories happening in NFTs, Web3 gaming, tokenized social clubs and playlists as well as the latest Vayner research on the Web3 consumer.

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]]> 2292 no Interoperable Loyalty With Ty Haney, Co-Founder and CEO of Try Your Best Ty Haney, the founder of Outdoor Voices, joins Gen C to discuss community loyalty, rewards, Web3 and her new company, Try Your Best. Ty Haney is a serial entrepreneur. She started Outdoor Voices while she was in her early 20s and built the company into an athletic apparel powerhouse through community and social media power. She is now the CEO of Try Your Best, a platform for brands and fans to connect and build Web3 rewards ecosystems. She also discusses Joggy, her alternative energy drink brand and how she is building the brand through tokenized community. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Gaming Engine Unity Taps MetaMask, Immutable X and Solana for Web3 Developer Tools Decentralized Twitter Spin-Off Bluesky Now on App Store in Beta Walmart Files NFT and Crypto Trademarks for Sam’s Club TYB Website TYB’s Twitter Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Are you building the next big thing in Web3? Apply to pitch your project live on stage at the CoinDesk Pitchfest Powered by Google Cloud at Consensus, the industry’s most influential event happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Apply by March 31 for a chance to be among the twelve finalists selected to pitch. Visit consensus.coindesk.com/pitchfest for more information. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 06 Mar 2023 20:15:05 -0000 Interoperable Loyalty With Ty Haney, Co-Founder and CEO of Try Your Best full CoinDesk Ty Haney, the founder of Outdoor Voices, joins Gen C to discuss community loyalty, rewards, Web3 and her new company, Try Your Best. Ty Haney, the founder of Outdoor Voices, joins Gen C to discuss community loyalty, rewards, Web3 and her new company, Try Your Best. Ty Haney is a serial entrepreneur. She started Outdoor Voices while she was in her early 20s and built the company into an athletic apparel powerhouse through community and social media power. She is now the CEO of Try Your Best, a platform for brands and fans to connect and build Web3 rewards ecosystems. She also discusses Joggy, her alternative energy drink brand and how she is building the brand through tokenized community. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Gaming Engine Unity Taps MetaMask, Immutable X and Solana for Web3 Developer Tools Decentralized Twitter Spin-Off Bluesky Now on App Store in Beta Walmart Files NFT and Crypto Trademarks for Sam’s Club TYB Website TYB’s Twitter Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Are you building the next big thing in Web3? Apply to pitch your project live on stage at the CoinDesk Pitchfest Powered by Google Cloud at Consensus, the industry’s most influential event happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Apply by March 31 for a chance to be among the twelve finalists selected to pitch. Visit consensus.coindesk.com/pitchfest for more information. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Ty Haney, the founder of Outdoor Voices, joins Gen C to discuss community loyalty, rewards, Web3 and her new company, Try Your Best.

Ty Haney is a serial entrepreneur. She started Outdoor Voices while she was in her early 20s and built the company into an athletic apparel powerhouse through community and social media power. She is now the CEO of Try Your Best, a platform for brands and fans to connect and build Web3 rewards ecosystems. She also discusses Joggy, her alternative energy drink brand and how she is building the brand through tokenized community.

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]]> 3010 no Bonus Episode: Overpriced JPEGs and Gen C Discuss Events and NFT Ticketing Avery, Sam and Carly Reilly, the host of Overpriced JPEGs, break down the events and ticketing industry and why NFTs and the blockchain can help rewrite the system. Carly Reilly, the host of Overpriced JPEGs, joins Avery and Sam on a joint episode to discuss how NFTs and the blockchain are changing IRL experiences for attendees. They also introduce Microcosms, CoinDesk’s first NFT Pass for Consensus, VeeCon 2023 and the Overpriced Happy Hour tour. Reilly’s podcast, Overpriced JPEGs, touches on Web3, the metaverse and emerging technology and if NFTs are overpriced JPEGs or technology that will change the world. Links mentioned from the podcast: Carly Reilly's Twitter Overpriced JPEGs’ Twitter Overpriced JPEGs Podcast Overpriced JPEGs NFT VeeCon 2023 Microcosms, a Consensus 2023 NFT by Fahad Karim Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Are you building the next big thing in Web3? Apply to pitch your project live on stage at the CoinDesk Pitchfest Powered by Google Cloud at Consensus, the industry’s most influential event happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Apply by March 31 for a chance to be among the twelve finalists selected to pitch. Visit consensus.coindesk.com/pitchfest for more information. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Wed, 01 Mar 2023 18:48:12 -0000 Bonus Episode: Overpriced JPEGs and Gen C Discuss Events and NFT Ticketing full CoinDesk Avery, Sam and Carly Reilly, the host of Overpriced JPEGs, break down the events and ticketing industry and why NFTs and the blockchain can help rewrite the system. Avery, Sam and Carly Reilly, the host of Overpriced JPEGs, break down the events and ticketing industry and why NFTs and the blockchain can help rewrite the system. Carly Reilly, the host of Overpriced JPEGs, joins Avery and Sam on a joint episode to discuss how NFTs and the blockchain are changing IRL experiences for attendees. They also introduce Microcosms, CoinDesk’s first NFT Pass for Consensus, VeeCon 2023 and the Overpriced Happy Hour tour. Reilly’s podcast, Overpriced JPEGs, touches on Web3, the metaverse and emerging technology and if NFTs are overpriced JPEGs or technology that will change the world. Links mentioned from the podcast: Carly Reilly's Twitter Overpriced JPEGs’ Twitter Overpriced JPEGs Podcast Overpriced JPEGs NFT VeeCon 2023 Microcosms, a Consensus 2023 NFT by Fahad Karim Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Are you building the next big thing in Web3? Apply to pitch your project live on stage at the CoinDesk Pitchfest Powered by Google Cloud at Consensus, the industry’s most influential event happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Apply by March 31 for a chance to be among the twelve finalists selected to pitch. Visit consensus.coindesk.com/pitchfest for more information. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Avery, Sam and Carly Reilly, the host of Overpriced JPEGs, break down the events and ticketing industry and why NFTs and the blockchain can help rewrite the system.

Carly Reilly, the host of Overpriced JPEGs, joins Avery and Sam on a joint episode to discuss how NFTs and the blockchain are changing IRL experiences for attendees. They also introduce Microcosms, CoinDesk’s first NFT Pass for Consensus, VeeCon 2023 and the Overpriced Happy Hour tour. Reilly’s podcast, Overpriced JPEGs, touches on Web3, the metaverse and emerging technology and if NFTs are overpriced JPEGs or technology that will change the world.

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]]> 3901 no Bringing Mindfulness Into the Metaverse With Angelic Vendette, CMO and Global Head of Marketing of Alo Yoga Angelic Vendette discusses the importance of brand authenticity and how a mission that is centered around mindfulness and wellness can enter either immersive worlds or the NFT space authentically while staying true to core brand values. CMO and Global Head of Marketing of Alo Yoga, Angelic Vendette joins the podcast to share insights on how Alo Yoga built one of the most successful experiences on Roblox and are expanding in digital collectibles. Vendette discusses the intentionality of the brand whether it's in the Metaverse or at NYFW with the announcement of their Aspen collection, the brand’s first premium line that includes both physical and digital rewards. Links mentioned from the podcast:  GQ Magazine to Launch Its First NFT Collection Linked to Real-World Rewards Titanic artifacts to be tokenized as NFTs in new partnership DraftKings Tees Up PGA Tour NFT Fantasy Golf Game Alo Yoga rolls out digital twins to accompany its premium ski collection Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Are you building the next big thing in Web3? Apply to pitch your project live on stage at the CoinDesk Pitchfest Powered by Google Cloud at Consensus, the industry’s most influential event happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Apply by March 31 for a chance to be among the twelve finalists selected to pitch. Visit consensus.coindesk.com/pitchfest for more information. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 27 Feb 2023 19:39:15 -0000 Bringing Mindfulness Into the Metaverse With Angelic Vendette, CMO and Global Head of Marketing of Alo Yoga full CoinDesk Angelic Vendette discusses the importance of brand authenticity and how a mission that is centered around mindfulness and wellness can enter either immersive worlds or the NFT space authentically while staying true to core brand values. Angelic Vendette discusses the importance of brand authenticity and how a mission that is centered around mindfulness and wellness can enter either immersive worlds or the NFT space authentically while staying true to core brand values. CMO and Global Head of Marketing of Alo Yoga, Angelic Vendette joins the podcast to share insights on how Alo Yoga built one of the most successful experiences on Roblox and are expanding in digital collectibles. Vendette discusses the intentionality of the brand whether it's in the Metaverse or at NYFW with the announcement of their Aspen collection, the brand’s first premium line that includes both physical and digital rewards. Links mentioned from the podcast:  GQ Magazine to Launch Its First NFT Collection Linked to Real-World Rewards Titanic artifacts to be tokenized as NFTs in new partnership DraftKings Tees Up PGA Tour NFT Fantasy Golf Game Alo Yoga rolls out digital twins to accompany its premium ski collection Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Are you building the next big thing in Web3? Apply to pitch your project live on stage at the CoinDesk Pitchfest Powered by Google Cloud at Consensus, the industry’s most influential event happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Apply by March 31 for a chance to be among the twelve finalists selected to pitch. Visit consensus.coindesk.com/pitchfest for more information. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Angelic Vendette discusses the importance of brand authenticity and how a mission that is centered around mindfulness and wellness can enter either immersive worlds or the NFT space authentically while staying true to core brand values.

CMO and Global Head of Marketing of Alo Yoga, Angelic Vendette joins the podcast to share insights on how Alo Yoga built one of the most successful experiences on Roblox and are expanding in digital collectibles. Vendette discusses the intentionality of the brand whether it's in the Metaverse or at NYFW with the announcement of their Aspen collection, the brand’s first premium line that includes both physical and digital rewards.

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]]> 2268 no How Ownership Changes the Experience With Adam Brotman and Andy Sack, Co-Founders and Co-CEOs of Forum Adam Brotman and Andy Sack of Forum3 discuss how they help brands build Web3-powered loyalty programs, most notably for Starbucks Odyssey. Adam Brotman and Andy Sack talk about their journey into Web3, one that includes the actor and entrepreneur, Brock Pierce. Together they’ve created Forum3, a strategic advisory company for Web3 initiatives, and have worked with some of the largest brands entering the space. From Starbucks to The New York Times, Forum3 educates brands on the ethos of the ownership economy and the value Web3 brings in developing deeper relationships with consumers. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Gabe Leydon’s Limit Break has $200M to make a new kind of blockchain game Rihanna’s B*tch Better Have My Money token Mason Rothschild tweet about the Pharrell and Louis Vuitton announcement Blending the World’s Most Successful Loyalty Program With Web3 Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Are you building the next big thing in Web3? Apply to pitch your project live on stage at the CoinDesk Pitchfest Powered by Google Cloud at Consensus, the industry’s most influential event happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Apply by March 31 for a chance to be among the twelve finalists selected to pitch. Visit consensus.coindesk.com/pitchfest for more information. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Tue, 21 Feb 2023 14:04:06 -0000 How Ownership Changes the Experience With Adam Brotman and Andy Sack, Co-Founders and Co-CEOs of Forum full CoinDesk Adam Brotman and Andy Sack of Forum3 discuss how they help brands build Web3-powered loyalty programs, most notably for Starbucks Odyssey. Adam Brotman and Andy Sack of Forum3 discuss how they help brands build Web3-powered loyalty programs, most notably for Starbucks Odyssey. Adam Brotman and Andy Sack talk about their journey into Web3, one that includes the actor and entrepreneur, Brock Pierce. Together they’ve created Forum3, a strategic advisory company for Web3 initiatives, and have worked with some of the largest brands entering the space. From Starbucks to The New York Times, Forum3 educates brands on the ethos of the ownership economy and the value Web3 brings in developing deeper relationships with consumers. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Gabe Leydon’s Limit Break has $200M to make a new kind of blockchain game Rihanna’s B*tch Better Have My Money token Mason Rothschild tweet about the Pharrell and Louis Vuitton announcement Blending the World’s Most Successful Loyalty Program With Web3 Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Are you building the next big thing in Web3? Apply to pitch your project live on stage at the CoinDesk Pitchfest Powered by Google Cloud at Consensus, the industry’s most influential event happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Apply by March 31 for a chance to be among the twelve finalists selected to pitch. Visit consensus.coindesk.com/pitchfest for more information. - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Adam Brotman and Andy Sack of Forum3 discuss how they help brands build Web3-powered loyalty programs, most notably for Starbucks Odyssey.

Adam Brotman and Andy Sack talk about their journey into Web3, one that includes the actor and entrepreneur, Brock Pierce. Together they’ve created Forum3, a strategic advisory company for Web3 initiatives, and have worked with some of the largest brands entering the space. From Starbucks to The New York Times, Forum3 educates brands on the ethos of the ownership economy and the value Web3 brings in developing deeper relationships with consumers.

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]]> 2832 no Web3 Has Purpose Built in, With Global VP of Adidas /// Studio Erika Wykes-Sneyd Erika Wykes-Sneyd joins “Gen C” this week and discusses how her passion for Web3 resulted in her creating the Adidas /// Studio dedicated fully to Web3 initiatives. As a seasoned marketer, Erika’s career prior to Adidas includes Playstation, Google, Uber and Paypal where she was at the forefront of launching brands and initiatives that have had a large impact in culture. Her current role at Adidas was one that she championed herself to create by showcasing the value of Adidas having a Web3 strategy. Since she joined, Adidas has executed successful launches such as ‘Into the Metaverse’ and collaborations with Bored Ape Yacht Club, Prada, GMoney and others. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Reddit Super Bowl tweet Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 13 Feb 2023 19:43:25 -0000 Web3 Has Purpose Built in, With Global VP of Adidas /// Studio Erika Wykes-Sneyd full CoinDesk Erika Wykes-Sneyd joins “Gen C” this week and discusses how her passion for Web3 resulted in her creating the Adidas /// Studio dedicated fully to Web3 initiatives. Erika Wykes-Sneyd joins “Gen C” this week and discusses how her passion for Web3 resulted in her creating the Adidas /// Studio dedicated fully to Web3 initiatives. As a seasoned marketer, Erika’s career prior to Adidas includes Playstation, Google, Uber and Paypal where she was at the forefront of launching brands and initiatives that have had a large impact in culture. Her current role at Adidas was one that she championed herself to create by showcasing the value of Adidas having a Web3 strategy. Since she joined, Adidas has executed successful launches such as ‘Into the Metaverse’ and collaborations with Bored Ape Yacht Club, Prada, GMoney and others. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Reddit Super Bowl tweet Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Erika Wykes-Sneyd joins “Gen C” this week and discusses how her passion for Web3 resulted in her creating the Adidas /// Studio dedicated fully to Web3 initiatives.

As a seasoned marketer, Erika’s career prior to Adidas includes Playstation, Google, Uber and Paypal where she was at the forefront of launching brands and initiatives that have had a large impact in culture. Her current role at Adidas was one that she championed herself to create by showcasing the value of Adidas having a Web3 strategy. Since she joined, Adidas has executed successful launches such as ‘Into the Metaverse’ and collaborations with Bored Ape Yacht Club, Prada, GMoney and others.

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]]> 2569 no 10 Episodes In – Recap and Current State of the Market Avery and Sam look back on the past ten episodes of the podcast and share their observations and perspectives on hot and emerging topics for brands, creators and consumers. This week on “Gen C,” Avery and Sam discuss a number of topics that have been top of mind both in the news and generally in the Web3 space. From NFT tickets and collectibles to AI and its impact on creators and brands, tune in to hear hot takes and alpha from our co-hosts as we celebrate and reflect on ten episodes of “Gen C.” Links mentioned from the podcast:  Rolling Loud NFT Pass AI Drake song AI Seinfeld AI Prompt Generator Mojito tweet on secondary markets Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 06 Feb 2023 22:17:58 -0000 10 Episodes In – Recap and Current State of the Market full CoinDesk Avery and Sam look back on the past ten episodes of the podcast and share their observations and perspectives on hot and emerging topics for brands, creators and consumers. Avery and Sam look back on the past ten episodes of the podcast and share their observations and perspectives on hot and emerging topics for brands, creators and consumers. This week on “Gen C,” Avery and Sam discuss a number of topics that have been top of mind both in the news and generally in the Web3 space. From NFT tickets and collectibles to AI and its impact on creators and brands, tune in to hear hot takes and alpha from our co-hosts as we celebrate and reflect on ten episodes of “Gen C.” Links mentioned from the podcast:  Rolling Loud NFT Pass AI Drake song AI Seinfeld AI Prompt Generator Mojito tweet on secondary markets Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Avery and Sam look back on the past ten episodes of the podcast and share their observations and perspectives on hot and emerging topics for brands, creators and consumers.

This week on “Gen C,” Avery and Sam discuss a number of topics that have been top of mind both in the news and generally in the Web3 space. From NFT tickets and collectibles to AI and its impact on creators and brands, tune in to hear hot takes and alpha from our co-hosts as we celebrate and reflect on ten episodes of “Gen C.”

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]]> 2335 no Where Business Value Meets Cultural Value With Sophie Kelly, SVP of Whiskies at Diageo North America Hear how Sophie’s curiosity for Web3 allowed her to tap into a new market of consumers and connect with them in ways that are more collaborative and iterative than in Web2. Sophie Kelly, SVP of Whiskies at Diageo North America joins us this week on the podcast to share her experience spanning from media to advertising and digital agencies and her current role on the client side at Diageo. She shares insights on how to approach marketing to a Web3 audience and the importance of creating incremental value as a brand to its target consumers. Plus, Avery and Sam discuss Doodles 2 on Flow and the polarizing Porsche NFT drop in the weekly round up. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Doodles Releases Eagerly Awaited New NFT Project Doodles 2 on Flow Porsche NFT Collection Fails to Gain Traction as Mint Kicks Into Gear Sophie’s Twitter Sophie’s LinkedIn Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 30 Jan 2023 14:11:30 -0000 Where Business Value Meets Cultural Value With Sophie Kelly, SVP of Whiskies at Diageo North America full CoinDesk Hear how Sophie’s curiosity for Web3 allowed her to tap into a new market of consumers and connect with them in ways that are more collaborative and iterative than in Web2. Hear how Sophie’s curiosity for Web3 allowed her to tap into a new market of consumers and connect with them in ways that are more collaborative and iterative than in Web2. Sophie Kelly, SVP of Whiskies at Diageo North America joins us this week on the podcast to share her experience spanning from media to advertising and digital agencies and her current role on the client side at Diageo. She shares insights on how to approach marketing to a Web3 audience and the importance of creating incremental value as a brand to its target consumers. Plus, Avery and Sam discuss Doodles 2 on Flow and the polarizing Porsche NFT drop in the weekly round up. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Doodles Releases Eagerly Awaited New NFT Project Doodles 2 on Flow Porsche NFT Collection Fails to Gain Traction as Mint Kicks Into Gear Sophie’s Twitter Sophie’s LinkedIn Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hear how Sophie’s curiosity for Web3 allowed her to tap into a new market of consumers and connect with them in ways that are more collaborative and iterative than in Web2.

Sophie Kelly, SVP of Whiskies at Diageo North America joins us this week on the podcast to share her experience spanning from media to advertising and digital agencies and her current role on the client side at Diageo. She shares insights on how to approach marketing to a Web3 audience and the importance of creating incremental value as a brand to its target consumers. Plus, Avery and Sam discuss Doodles 2 on Flow and the polarizing Porsche NFT drop in the weekly round up.

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]]> 2536 no Being Ahead of the Curve With Co-Founder of BFF and Club CPG, Jaime Schmidt Jaime Schmidt, Co-Founder of BFF and Club CPG joins the podcast to share her journey as a serial entrepreneur. From founding Schmidt’s Naturals to Club CPG to BFF, Jaime drops insight on how creating products and brands for niche interest groups has proven successful and that it doesn’t need to be a one-size-fits-all. Jaime Schmidt has had great success across multiple endeavors and is recently known for co-founding BFF, whose mission is to educate women and non-binary people and onboard them into the world of Web3. She joins the podcast this week to share how she’s successfully launched brands in the Web2 and Web3 space and discusses how patience and timing are key in allowing communities to grow and extract the most value from their Web3 experiences. Links mentioned from the podcast:  In pivotal case, Metabirkins to move to trial Jaime’s Book: Supermaker: Crafting Business on Your Own Terms Jaime’s Twitter Jaime’s Instagram BFF Website BFF Twitter BFF Instagram Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 23 Jan 2023 20:43:14 -0000 Being Ahead of the Curve With Co-Founder of BFF and Club CPG, Jaime Schmidt full CoinDesk Jaime Schmidt, Co-Founder of BFF and Club CPG joins the podcast to share her journey as a serial entrepreneur. From founding Schmidt’s Naturals to Club CPG to BFF, Jaime drops insight on how creating products and brands for niche interest groups has proven successful and that it doesn’t need to be a one-size-fits-all. Jaime Schmidt, Co-Founder of BFF and Club CPG joins the podcast to share her journey as a serial entrepreneur. From founding Schmidt’s Naturals to Club CPG to BFF, Jaime drops insight on how creating products and brands for niche interest groups has proven successful and that it doesn’t need to be a one-size-fits-all. Jaime Schmidt has had great success across multiple endeavors and is recently known for co-founding BFF, whose mission is to educate women and non-binary people and onboard them into the world of Web3. She joins the podcast this week to share how she’s successfully launched brands in the Web2 and Web3 space and discusses how patience and timing are key in allowing communities to grow and extract the most value from their Web3 experiences. Links mentioned from the podcast:  In pivotal case, Metabirkins to move to trial Jaime’s Book: Supermaker: Crafting Business on Your Own Terms Jaime’s Twitter Jaime’s Instagram BFF Website BFF Twitter BFF Instagram Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Jaime Schmidt, Co-Founder of BFF and Club CPG joins the podcast to share her journey as a serial entrepreneur. From founding Schmidt’s Naturals to Club CPG to BFF, Jaime drops insight on how creating products and brands for niche interest groups has proven successful and that it doesn’t need to be a one-size-fits-all.

Jaime Schmidt has had great success across multiple endeavors and is recently known for co-founding BFF, whose mission is to educate women and non-binary people and onboard them into the world of Web3. She joins the podcast this week to share how she’s successfully launched brands in the Web2 and Web3 space and discusses how patience and timing are key in allowing communities to grow and extract the most value from their Web3 experiences.

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]]> 2456 no Web3 and the Playbook to Rebuild Trust With Marc Mathieu, Co-Founder of the Web3 Studio at Salesforce Marc Mathieu not only is the Co-Founder of the Web3 Studio at Salesforce but previously was CMO at Samsung Americas. He has held senior marketing positions with Unilever, Coca-Cola, among others. His unique and provocative approach to a Web3 strategy should be a must listen for all marketers. The Web3 Studio at Salesforce is focused on bringing hundreds of thousands of brands large and small into the Web3 universe. As the largest SAAS company in the world, unlike Nike or Starbucks, Salesforce is not focused on the end consumer, but on the business layer that lies in between. Avery and Sam sit down with Marc to discuss his career, why he is so passionate about Web3 and Salesforce’s role in it. They also dive into key lessons from Marc’s career that affect his perspective on the new internet. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Virtual Worlds, Real-Life Use Cases: How Web2 and Web3 Tackled the Metaverse at CES 2023 Mastercard accelerator program to help emerging artists break into Web3 Report: Web3 and the Future of Luxury NFT Collective Proof Signs With United Talent Agency Salesforce’s Web3 Modules Marc's Twitter Salesforce Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 16 Jan 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Web3 and the Playbook to Rebuild Trust With Marc Mathieu, Co-Founder of the Web3 Studio at Salesforce full CoinDesk Marc Mathieu not only is the Co-Founder of the Web3 Studio at Salesforce but previously was CMO at Samsung Americas. He has held senior marketing positions with Unilever, Coca-Cola, among others. His unique and provocative approach to a Web3 strategy should be a must listen for all marketers. Marc Mathieu not only is the Co-Founder of the Web3 Studio at Salesforce but previously was CMO at Samsung Americas. He has held senior marketing positions with Unilever, Coca-Cola, among others. His unique and provocative approach to a Web3 strategy should be a must listen for all marketers. The Web3 Studio at Salesforce is focused on bringing hundreds of thousands of brands large and small into the Web3 universe. As the largest SAAS company in the world, unlike Nike or Starbucks, Salesforce is not focused on the end consumer, but on the business layer that lies in between. Avery and Sam sit down with Marc to discuss his career, why he is so passionate about Web3 and Salesforce’s role in it. They also dive into key lessons from Marc’s career that affect his perspective on the new internet. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Virtual Worlds, Real-Life Use Cases: How Web2 and Web3 Tackled the Metaverse at CES 2023 Mastercard accelerator program to help emerging artists break into Web3 Report: Web3 and the Future of Luxury NFT Collective Proof Signs With United Talent Agency Salesforce’s Web3 Modules Marc's Twitter Salesforce Website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Marc Mathieu not only is the Co-Founder of the Web3 Studio at Salesforce but previously was CMO at Samsung Americas. He has held senior marketing positions with Unilever, Coca-Cola, among others. His unique and provocative approach to a Web3 strategy should be a must listen for all marketers.

The Web3 Studio at Salesforce is focused on bringing hundreds of thousands of brands large and small into the Web3 universe. As the largest SAAS company in the world, unlike Nike or Starbucks, Salesforce is not focused on the end consumer, but on the business layer that lies in between. Avery and Sam sit down with Marc to discuss his career, why he is so passionate about Web3 and Salesforce’s role in it. They also dive into key lessons from Marc’s career that affect his perspective on the new internet.

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]]> 2722 no Bringing Web3 to 3 Billion People, With Spencer Gordon, Group Vice President, Consumer Connections at Anheuser-Busch With billions of customers around the globe, Anheuser-Busch (AB) produces some of the most popular products in the world. In this episode, Spencer Gordon joins us to discuss how AB entered the Web3 space and how Anheuser-Busch is utilizing its heritage brands to deepen customer relationships and create unique connections through collectibles, communities and experiences. Spencer Gordon, group vice president, consumer connections at Anheuser-Busch sits down with Avery and Sam to discuss AB’s long-term approach and Web3 strategy with legacy brands including Budweiser and Bud Light. Hear Spencer’s take on how to create longstanding value directly to consumers through targeted tactics that ladder up to a brand’s core strategy. Links mentioned from the podcast:  The NFL and Bud Light Announce An NFT Powered Contest To Win Prize Anheuser-Busch Website Spencer's Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 09 Jan 2023 19:56:29 -0000 Bringing Web3 to 3 Billion People, With Spencer Gordon, Group Vice President, Consumer Connections at Anheuser-Busch full CoinDesk With billions of customers around the globe, Anheuser-Busch (AB) produces some of the most popular products in the world. In this episode, Spencer Gordon joins us to discuss how AB entered the Web3 space and how Anheuser-Busch is utilizing its heritage brands to deepen customer relationships and create unique connections through collectibles, communities and experiences. With billions of customers around the globe, Anheuser-Busch (AB) produces some of the most popular products in the world. In this episode, Spencer Gordon joins us to discuss how AB entered the Web3 space and how Anheuser-Busch is utilizing its heritage brands to deepen customer relationships and create unique connections through collectibles, communities and experiences. Spencer Gordon, group vice president, consumer connections at Anheuser-Busch sits down with Avery and Sam to discuss AB’s long-term approach and Web3 strategy with legacy brands including Budweiser and Bud Light. Hear Spencer’s take on how to create longstanding value directly to consumers through targeted tactics that ladder up to a brand’s core strategy. Links mentioned from the podcast:  The NFL and Bud Light Announce An NFT Powered Contest To Win Prize Anheuser-Busch Website Spencer's Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. With billions of customers around the globe, Anheuser-Busch (AB) produces some of the most popular products in the world. In this episode, Spencer Gordon joins us to discuss how AB entered the Web3 space and how Anheuser-Busch is utilizing its heritage brands to deepen customer relationships and create unique connections through collectibles, communities and experiences.

Spencer Gordon, group vice president, consumer connections at Anheuser-Busch sits down with Avery and Sam to discuss AB’s long-term approach and Web3 strategy with legacy brands including Budweiser and Bud Light. Hear Spencer’s take on how to create longstanding value directly to consumers through targeted tactics that ladder up to a brand’s core strategy.

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]]> 2834 no The Accessibility Layer of Web3 With Fonz, Founder and CEO of TokenProof Hear how TokenProof is making Web3 safer while bringing utility, identity and access points to brands and NFT communities for live events around the world. This week’s guest is Fonz, Founder and CEO of TokenProof. Hear how TokenProof started and why the growing platform is the chosen method of ticketing and wallet identification for events from NFTNYC to Art Basel to brand activations large and small. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Christie’s Sales Are Down ChatGPT Dall-e Midjourney TokenProof Fonz’s Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Tue, 27 Dec 2022 16:31:07 -0000 The Accessibility Layer of Web3 With Fonz, Founder and CEO of TokenProof full CoinDesk Hear how TokenProof is making Web3 safer while bringing utility, identity and access points to brands and NFT communities for live events around the world. Hear how TokenProof is making Web3 safer while bringing utility, identity and access points to brands and NFT communities for live events around the world. This week’s guest is Fonz, Founder and CEO of TokenProof. Hear how TokenProof started and why the growing platform is the chosen method of ticketing and wallet identification for events from NFTNYC to Art Basel to brand activations large and small. Links mentioned from the podcast:  Christie’s Sales Are Down ChatGPT Dall-e Midjourney TokenProof Fonz’s Twitter Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hear how TokenProof is making Web3 safer while bringing utility, identity and access points to brands and NFT communities for live events around the world.

This week’s guest is Fonz, Founder and CEO of TokenProof. Hear how TokenProof started and why the growing platform is the chosen method of ticketing and wallet identification for events from NFTNYC to Art Basel to brand activations large and small.

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]]> 2297 no Bridging the Physical to the Digital With Kate Brady, Head of Next Gen DTC Connections & Innovation of PepsiCo For big corporations like PepsiCo, we talk about the challenges of bringing their heritage brands into the space. This week’s guest is Kate Brady, Head of Next Gen DTC Connections and Innovation of PepsiCo. Brady has helped bring highly beloved brands including Cheetos, Gatorade and Pepsi into the metaverse and Web3. She discusses the mindset needed to bring Web3 innovation to a large, cross-functional organization. Links mentioned from the podcast:  The Pepsi Mic Drop Website Pepsi Mic Drop NFT Collection The Pepsi Black, Zero Sugar NFT Collection PepsiCo Twitter PepsiCo website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 19 Dec 2022 21:07:08 -0000 Bridging the Physical to the Digital With Kate Brady, Head of Next Gen DTC Connections & Innovation of PepsiCo full CoinDesk For big corporations like PepsiCo, we talk about the challenges of bringing their heritage brands into the space. For big corporations like PepsiCo, we talk about the challenges of bringing their heritage brands into the space. This week’s guest is Kate Brady, Head of Next Gen DTC Connections and Innovation of PepsiCo. Brady has helped bring highly beloved brands including Cheetos, Gatorade and Pepsi into the metaverse and Web3. She discusses the mindset needed to bring Web3 innovation to a large, cross-functional organization. Links mentioned from the podcast:  The Pepsi Mic Drop Website Pepsi Mic Drop NFT Collection The Pepsi Black, Zero Sugar NFT Collection PepsiCo Twitter PepsiCo website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. For big corporations like PepsiCo, we talk about the challenges of bringing their heritage brands into the space.

This week’s guest is Kate Brady, Head of Next Gen DTC Connections and Innovation of PepsiCo. Brady has helped bring highly beloved brands including Cheetos, Gatorade and Pepsi into the metaverse and Web3. She discusses the mindset needed to bring Web3 innovation to a large, cross-functional organization.

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]]> 2711 no The Fandom of Digital Collectibles, With Matt Kalish, president of DraftKings North America Matt Kalish joins the podcast this week to talk about how bullish he is on Web3 and NFTs, going so far as to updating his LinkedIn picture to a BAYC PFP. In this episode, we touch on brands entering the World Cup conversation with their own digital collectibles, and a potential hot take on how Apple is missing the mark when it comes to the blockchain. Matt Kalish, president of DraftKings North America, joins the podcast to share insights on how DraftKings meets its consumers where they are through fantasy sports and digital collectibles. A key takeaway being that audience market fit is as important as product market fit.  Links mentioned from the podcast:  Web3 Is Heading to the World Cup Coinbase Disables Mobile NFT Transfers, Citing Apple’s App Store Policies The Balance Between Art and IP Theft in NFT Culture DraftKings Reinmakers Fantasy Football game Props & Drops with Matt Kalish & GaryVee Podcast (Apple, Spotify) Matt’s Twitter DraftKings Twitter DraftKings website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26–28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 12 Dec 2022 17:40:38 -0000 The Fandom of Digital Collectibles, With Matt Kalish, president of DraftKings North America full CoinDesk Matt Kalish joins the podcast this week to talk about how bullish he is on Web3 and NFTs, going so far as to updating his LinkedIn picture to a BAYC PFP. Matt Kalish joins the podcast this week to talk about how bullish he is on Web3 and NFTs, going so far as to updating his LinkedIn picture to a BAYC PFP. In this episode, we touch on brands entering the World Cup conversation with their own digital collectibles, and a potential hot take on how Apple is missing the mark when it comes to the blockchain. Matt Kalish, president of DraftKings North America, joins the podcast to share insights on how DraftKings meets its consumers where they are through fantasy sports and digital collectibles. A key takeaway being that audience market fit is as important as product market fit.  Links mentioned from the podcast:  Web3 Is Heading to the World Cup Coinbase Disables Mobile NFT Transfers, Citing Apple’s App Store Policies The Balance Between Art and IP Theft in NFT Culture DraftKings Reinmakers Fantasy Football game Props & Drops with Matt Kalish & GaryVee Podcast (Apple, Spotify) Matt’s Twitter DraftKings Twitter DraftKings website Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26–28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Matt Kalish joins the podcast this week to talk about how bullish he is on Web3 and NFTs, going so far as to updating his LinkedIn picture to a BAYC PFP.

In this episode, we touch on brands entering the World Cup conversation with their own digital collectibles, and a potential hot take on how Apple is missing the mark when it comes to the blockchain. Matt Kalish, president of DraftKings North America, joins the podcast to share insights on how DraftKings meets its consumers where they are through fantasy sports and digital collectibles. A key takeaway being that audience market fit is as important as product market fit. 

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]]> 2854 no Wen Web3 IRL? This week, we’re on the road in Miami to discuss trends we’re seeing at Miami Art Week and dropping some alpha on how brands can effectively reach the crypto and Web3 audience with IRL events and activations. At Miami Art Week, we saw people being brought together to celebrate art and culture with even more traditional brands leaning into Web3. Avery and Sam break down their on-the-ground observations, from Oscar Mayer to Prada, on creative activations and how it’s more clear than ever that brands both in Web2 and Web3 are vying for the same audience, especially at large cultural events. Links mentioned from the podcast:  TIME President Keith Grossman Joins Crypto Payments Startup MoonPay The Contagion Fever Breaks: NFTs Dominate Art Basel Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26–28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 05 Dec 2022 20:25:46 -0000 Wen Web3 IRL? full CoinDesk This week, we’re on the road in Miami to discuss trends we’re seeing at Miami Art Week and dropping some alpha on how brands can effectively reach the crypto and Web3 audience with IRL events and activations. This week, we’re on the road in Miami to discuss trends we’re seeing at Miami Art Week and dropping some alpha on how brands can effectively reach the crypto and Web3 audience with IRL events and activations. At Miami Art Week, we saw people being brought together to celebrate art and culture with even more traditional brands leaning into Web3. Avery and Sam break down their on-the-ground observations, from Oscar Mayer to Prada, on creative activations and how it’s more clear than ever that brands both in Web2 and Web3 are vying for the same audience, especially at large cultural events. Links mentioned from the podcast:  TIME President Keith Grossman Joins Crypto Payments Startup MoonPay The Contagion Fever Breaks: NFTs Dominate Art Basel Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26–28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. This week, we’re on the road in Miami to discuss trends we’re seeing at Miami Art Week and dropping some alpha on how brands can effectively reach the crypto and Web3 audience with IRL events and activations.

At Miami Art Week, we saw people being brought together to celebrate art and culture with even more traditional brands leaning into Web3. Avery and Sam break down their on-the-ground observations, from Oscar Mayer to Prada, on creative activations and how it’s more clear than ever that brands both in Web2 and Web3 are vying for the same audience, especially at large cultural events.

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]]> 2252 no The Inevitability of Web3 With CMO of Vista, Ricky Engelberg After ushering Nike into the digital era, CMO Ricky Engelberg discusses how he’s helping both businesses and creators understand the importance of community, innovation and brand management in his current role at Vista. On this week’s podcast, Sam and Avery touch on the latest news in Web3, from JPMorgan registering a trademark for cryptocurrency wallets to Coachella’s lifetime NFTs stuck on FTX. This week’s guest, Ricky Engelberg talks about how to make onboarding people into Web3 easier, including not using the word phygital. Links mentioned from the podcast: Vayner Web3 Trend Report Ricky's Twitter Vista's Twitter Vista website 99designs website Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26–28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 28 Nov 2022 14:27:24 -0000 The Inevitability of Web3 With CMO of Vista, Ricky Engelberg full CoinDesk After ushering Nike into the digital era, CMO Ricky Engelberg discusses how he’s helping both businesses and creators understand the importance of community, innovation and brand management in his current role at Vista. After ushering Nike into the digital era, CMO Ricky Engelberg discusses how he’s helping both businesses and creators understand the importance of community, innovation and brand management in his current role at Vista. On this week’s podcast, Sam and Avery touch on the latest news in Web3, from JPMorgan registering a trademark for cryptocurrency wallets to Coachella’s lifetime NFTs stuck on FTX. This week’s guest, Ricky Engelberg talks about how to make onboarding people into Web3 easier, including not using the word phygital. Links mentioned from the podcast: Vayner Web3 Trend Report Ricky's Twitter Vista's Twitter Vista website 99designs website Follow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26–28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. After ushering Nike into the digital era, CMO Ricky Engelberg discusses how he’s helping both businesses and creators understand the importance of community, innovation and brand management in his current role at Vista.

On this week’s podcast, Sam and Avery touch on the latest news in Web3, from JPMorgan registering a trademark for cryptocurrency wallets to Coachella’s lifetime NFTs stuck on FTX. This week’s guest, Ricky Engelberg talks about how to make onboarding people into Web3 easier, including not using the word phygital.

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]]> 2601 no Doubling Down With Magdalena Kala Consumer investor and founder of the consumer Web3 fund, Double Down, Magdalena “Mags” Kala joins Sam and Avery as the first guest of the "Gen C" podcast. After spending years at Bain and as a consultant, Mags has a unique perspective on the power of consumer Web3 opportunities. Listen as she shares insights on what it means to be a consumer-centric investor and how she thinks about consumer psychology. Links mentioned from the podcast:  [Article] A Tale of Two Narratives: Money Crypto vs. Tech Crypto Double Down website Mags' Twitter Double Down Twitter Double Down Dispatch Newsletter sign up Meta-Curious Marketing Cohort Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26–28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Mon, 21 Nov 2022 12:05:25 -0000 Doubling Down With Magdalena Kala full CoinDesk Consumer investor and founder of the consumer Web3 fund, Double Down, Magdalena “Mags” Kala joins Sam and Avery as the first guest of the "Gen C" podcast. Consumer investor and founder of the consumer Web3 fund, Double Down, Magdalena “Mags” Kala joins Sam and Avery as the first guest of the "Gen C" podcast. After spending years at Bain and as a consultant, Mags has a unique perspective on the power of consumer Web3 opportunities. Listen as she shares insights on what it means to be a consumer-centric investor and how she thinks about consumer psychology. Links mentioned from the podcast:  [Article] A Tale of Two Narratives: Money Crypto vs. Tech Crypto Double Down website Mags' Twitter Double Down Twitter Double Down Dispatch Newsletter sign up Meta-Curious Marketing Cohort Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen Avery Akkineni CoinDesk Vayner3 From our sponsor: Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26–28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus - "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Adrian Blust, Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Consumer investor and founder of the consumer Web3 fund, Double Down, Magdalena “Mags” Kala joins Sam and Avery as the first guest of the "Gen C" podcast.

After spending years at Bain and as a consultant, Mags has a unique perspective on the power of consumer Web3 opportunities. Listen as she shares insights on what it means to be a consumer-centric investor and how she thinks about consumer psychology.

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]]> 3197 no TRAILER: Gen C is Generation Crypto Generation Crypto is focused on how brands and marketers are exploring and building in the Web3 ecosystem to experiment in and potentially transform their businesses. Each week, our hosts Avery Akkineni of Vayner 3 and Sam Ewen from CoinDesk, will dive into how Fortune 500 brands and new start-ups alike are coming to the blockchain and utilizing new technologies, the creator economy and rewriting fandom/ownership to generate attention, gain customers and create value for their bottom line and those of their communities. - This trailer was edited & produced by Adrian Blust and Jonas Huck with original music by Doc Blust, Channel Tres & omgkirby. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Thu, 10 Nov 2022 20:48:38 -0000 TRAILER: Gen C is Generation Crypto trailer CoinDesk Generation Crypto is focused on how brands and marketers are exploring and building in the Web3 ecosystem to experiment in and potentially transform their businesses. Each week, our hosts Avery Akkineni of Vayner 3 and Sam Ewen from CoinDesk, will dive into how Fortune 500 brands and new start-ups alike are coming to the blockchain and utilizing new technologies, the creator economy and rewriting fandom/ownership to generate attention, gain customers and create value for their bottom line and those of their communities. Generation Crypto is focused on how brands and marketers are exploring and building in the Web3 ecosystem to experiment in and potentially transform their businesses. Each week, our hosts Avery Akkineni of Vayner 3 and Sam Ewen from CoinDesk, will dive into how Fortune 500 brands and new start-ups alike are coming to the blockchain and utilizing new technologies, the creator economy and rewriting fandom/ownership to generate attention, gain customers and create value for their bottom line and those of their communities. - This trailer was edited & produced by Adrian Blust and Jonas Huck with original music by Doc Blust, Channel Tres & omgkirby. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Generation Crypto is focused on how brands and marketers are exploring and building in the Web3 ecosystem to experiment in and potentially transform their businesses. Each week, our hosts Avery Akkineni of Vayner 3 and Sam Ewen from CoinDesk, will dive into how Fortune 500 brands and new start-ups alike are coming to the blockchain and utilizing new technologies, the creator economy and rewriting fandom/ownership to generate attention, gain customers and create value for their bottom line and those of their communities.

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