The Outlier Ventures Podcast

In today's episode of The Metaverse Podcast, we're serving up the alpha of Web3 for our listeners. This is the audio version of our freshly released thesis, recorded by our host and CEO, Jamie Burke. The thesis charts the major threats facing The Open Metaverse including regulation and centralization, whilst also highlighting the tremendous opportunities that Web3 still holds for for AI, data priv...

In today's episode of The Metaverse Podcast, we talk with Jussi-Petteri Kemppainen, creator of Echoes of Somewhere and former 3D artist at Supercell & Technical and Art Director at Rovio.   Joining our host and CEO, Jamie Burke, they discuss the making of an AI-assisted 2.5D point-and-click adventure game. If you're a founder working with AI or a game enthusiast interested in the future of AI gami...

In today's episode of The Metaverse Podcast, we have a fascinating conversation with "OpenAI." It sounds like Sam Altman, it looks like Sam Altman, but is it really the co-founder of OpenAI joining us on the Metaverse Podcast? Our host and CEO, Jamie Burke, poses intriguing questions to "OpenAI," the ones we've all been eager to hear answers to. Here's the innovative tech stack Outlier Ventures em...

In this episode, we present the "Best Bits" from our latest event, Elevate. As a quarterly gathering of the Web3 community, Elevate hosts stimulating discussions with visionary pioneers and the upcoming generation of builders and creators. Tune in for a thought-provoking journey as our Content Strategy Manager, Martin Saps, explores the convergence of web3, media, and AI with an exceptional lineup...

In today's episode of The Metaverse Podcast, we talk to Timmu Tõke, co-founder and CEO at Ready Player Me, with the mission to build a more connected virtual world. Timmu is joined by our host and CEO, Jamie Burke, as they delve into Timmu's founder journey and the success he's achieved in the space. If you're a Web3 founder, investor, or building towards an Open Metaverse, this episode is a great...

In today's episode of The Metaverse Podcast, we talk to Nick St. Pierre, a master prompt engineer, designer and expert in talking to AI systems effectively. Nick is joined by our host and CEO, Jamie Burke, as they discuss his experiences working with Midjourney, NeRFs, and other AI tools. If you're a creator seeking to harness AI or simply curious about what's achievable with AI today, this episod...

In today's episode of The Metaverse Podcast, we talk to Max Comparetto, co-founder at Salesforce Web3 Studio, with the mission to build customer loyalty in Web3 on a trusted platform. Max joins our host and CEO, Jamie Burke, to discuss the personal journey of integrating Web3 into a Web2 corporate environment. If you're involved in a B2B business and considering Web3 solutions, this episode is for...

In today's episode of The Metaverse Podcast, we talk to Mahesh Vellanki, founder at Superlayer, with the mission to bring category-defining Web3 apps from idea to execution.   Mahesh is joined by our host and CEO, Jamie Burke, discussing the future of gaming and digital property in the Web3 space. If you are a gaming enthusiast, investor, or developer, this episode is for you. Tune in to: Find out...

In today's episode of The Metaverse Podcast, we talk to Justin Banon, founder at Boson Protocol, with the mission to enable the tokenization, transfer and trade of any physical asset as a redeemable NFT.   Justin is joined by our host and CEO, Jamie Burke, discussing how Decentraland Builders can sell physical products as NFTs in any DCL scene. If you are a Decentraland Land owner, creator or coll...

In today's episode of The Metaverse Podcast, we talk to Paul Hsu, founder and CEO at Decasonic, with the mission to propel Web3 into mainstream adoption.   Paul is joined by our host and CEO, Jamie Burke, discussing their venture partnership in the Base Camp Accelerator, the leading accelerator for Web3 projects around the world. If you are a Web3 founder, investor or curious about what is being b...

In today's episode of The Metaverse Podcast, we talk to Avery Ching, co-founder and CTO at Aptos Labs, with the mission to develop products and applications on the Aptos blockchain that redefine the web3 user experience.   Avery is joined by our host and CEO, Jamie Burke, discussing the future of Web3 technology and the Aptos x Outlier Move Accelerator. If you are a Web3 founder, innovator or simp...

In today’s episode of the Metaverse Podcast, we've got an exciting Twitter Space conversation in store for you, featuring some of the brilliant women founders from our portfolio companies.   Join us for an engaging listening experience, packed with practical advice and inspiration for building and scaling your Web3 company.   Get ready to be inspired by the incredible stories and insights of Kirst...

In today's episode of the Metaverse Podcast, we have compiled the best bits from Farfetch's Twitter Space - Dream Assembly Base Camp AMA.   Join Farfetch, Outlier Ventures, and a few founders from the previous cohort as they answer the most important questions for Web3 founders at the intersection of digital fashion and Web3.   You'll hear from startups that participated in the Dream Assembly Base...

In today's episode of The Metaverse Podcast, we talk to Humayun Sheikh, co-founder at Fetch.ai, with the mission to power peer-to-peer applications with automation and AI capabilities, with or without direct access to a blockchain.   Humayun is joined by our host and CEO, Jamie Burke, discussing the exciting possibilities of Artificial Intelligence in the Web3 space. If you're an AI pioneer, inves...

In today’s episode of the Metaverse Podcast, we've compiled the best bits of our previous DeFi discussions, featuring insights from some of the top experts in the field.   Join us for an insightful listening experience as our CEO, Jamie Burke asks the most important questions to Web3 founders: Dean Tribble, founder of Agoric Grace Kwan, co-founder of Orca DEX Will Warren and Amir Bandeali, co-foun...

In today’s episode, we bring you the Best Bits from our recent event Diffusion. Diffusion is our quarterly gathering of the metaverse community, featuring conversations with Web3 visionaries and the next wave of builders.   Join us for an insightful listening experience as our CEO, Jamie Burke and CMO, Des Martin engage in thought-provoking conversations with some of the industry's most outstandin...

In today's episode of The Metaverse Podcast, we talk to Nils Pihl, founder at Auki Labs, with the mission to create a protocol for collaborative spatial computing to allow for social AR shared experiences. Nils is joined by our host and CEO, Jamie Burke, having a thought-provoking conversation about social AR experiences. This episode is a must-listen for tech pioneers, investors, and AR enthusias...

In today's episode of The Metaverse Podcast, we speak with Erika Wykes-Sneyd, VP of Adidas /// Studio, the Web3 initiative of Adidas. Erika is joined by our host and CEO, Jamie Burke, to discuss Adidas' efforts in Web3. This episode is packed with valuable insights for Web3 founders, investors, and anyone interested in building a strong Web3 community. Tune in to: Uncover Erika's fascinating caree...

In today's episode of The Metaverse Podcast, we talk to Alex Zinder, Global Head at Ledger Enterprise, with the mission to secure Web3 at scale for companies. Alex is joined by our host and CEO, Jamie Burke, discussing security and scalability. If you are a tech founder, investor, or interested in crypto security at scale, this episode is for you. You will: Get an overview of the scale of Ledger;...

In today's episode of The Metaverse Podcast, we talk to Karim Halabi from Outlier Ventures’ Token Design team.    Karim is joined by our host and CEO Jamie Burke, discussing the concept of Maximum Extractable Value (MEV), which is the value that can be gained from reordering transactions within a block in a blockchain. If you are a technical mind, DeFi aficionado, investor, or simply interested in...

In today's episode of The Metaverse Podcast, we talk to Scottie Fox, technical artist, exploring the convergence of technologies in the context of VR, AR and AI. Scottie is joined by our host and CEO, Jamie Burke, discussing the development of stable diffusion. If you are a tech founder, investor, or simply interested in seeing AI in action, this episode is for you. You will: Find out more about t...

In today's episode of The Metaverse Podcast, we talk to Susan Friedman (Ripple’s Head of Policy) and Andrew Whitworth (EMEA Policy Director), with the mission to build breakthrough crypto solutions for a world without economic borders. Susan and Andrew are joined by our host and CEO, Jamie Burke, discussing the industry's policy framework, with a focus on the UK. If you are a Web3 founder, investo...

In this second part of the special edition of The Metaverse Podcast, we speak with Outlier Ventures specialists, with the mission to help fund and develop an open ecosystem that onboards one billion people to a more open and inclusive Metaverse.   Our host and CEO, Jamie Burke, is joined by a panel of experts including Blake Lezenski (Farfetch Dream Assembly Base Camp), Elliot Leimer (Zero-Knowled...

In this special edition of The Metaverse Podcast, we speak with Outlier Ventures analysts, with the mission to help fund and develop an open ecosystem that onboards one billion people to a more open and inclusive Metaverse.   Our host and CEO, Jamie Burke, is joined by a panel of experts including Umeir Zulkufli (Token Launch & Advisory team), Max Coniglio (Investment Team), Ryan Goodman (Fundrais...

In today's episode of The Metaverse Podcast, we speak with Robby Yung, CEO of Animoca Brands, with the mission to drive digital property rights via NFTs and gaming to build the Open Metaverse. Robby is joined by our host and CEO, Jamie Burke, to discuss coinvestments. If you are a Web3 founder, investor, or simply passionate about the Open Metaverse, this episode is for you. You will: Hear about i...