Coffee with Captain: Crypto Markets, Products and Culture

We dive into the concerning rumor that Kamala Harris would nominate Garry Gensler as Treasury Secretary if elected. What would that mean for crypto regulation in America? This topic evolves into a larger conversation about the American political system and potential shifts in the future. Powered by $APE Powered by @dGenNetwork Website: https://dgen.network/ Follow us on the X app: Captain Zwingli:...

Why do people hold onto an NFT asset? There are ways to participate in NFT communities without holding an asset. Later, we're joined by Spoiled Banana Society to discuss the first and only onchain fantasy football drafts (1:04:42). Special Guest: https://x.com/SBSfantasy Powered by $APE Powered by @dGenNetwork Website: https://dgen.network/ Follow us on the X app: Captain Zwingli: https://x.c...

During the Elon and Trump X space, over 157,000 memecoins were launched, but only three graduated to Raydium. Is the memecoin meta dying? Later in the show, Steve and the Coffee Crew recap their experience at VeeCon 2024. Gary V continues to put on elite conferences for his brand. Powered by $APE Powered by @dGenNetwork Website: https://dgen.network/ Follow us on the X app: Captain Zwingli: https:...

A guest cohost joins the show to discuss marketing through X spaces and the importance of mental health for success. Later, the Coffee Crew is joined by Pieter of Bored Brewing to discuss the brand’s creation and how they’re leveraging web3 technology to transform the beverage industry (1:13:45). Special Guest: https://x.com/MarquesDaGoat (cohost) https://x.com/PieterWeb3 (Bored Brewing) Powered b...

The ThreadGuy & Greg Interview evokes an emotional response from Cap and a discussion over the Yuga journey. Has Yuga Labs officially course corrected? We also talk about Solana’s future. What is Solana a better solution for? Powered by $APE Powered by @dGenNetwork Website: https://dgen.network/ Follow us on the X app: Captain Zwingli: https://x.com/ChrisJourdan Steve: https://x.com/SteveKBark...

Is Discord losing the battle to Telegram as the social hub for web3 participants? The Coffee Crew gives their takes on both platforms. We also have our first Ape Ecosystem Update, which focused on the ApeChain Telegram, ApeDAO sustainability and information on AIPs looking to receive future funding. Special Guest Co-host: https://x.com/HodlrCollective Powered by $APE Powered by @dGenNetwork Websit...

Memes are part of culture, but are memecoins destined to die out in the future? The Coffee Crew gives their opinion. We also touch on the need for Web3 brands to engage their community and create an environment for content to reach a broader audience. What is one of the best ways? Powered by $APE Powered by @dGenNetwork Website: https://dgen.network/ Follow us on the X app: Captain Zwingli: https:...

The CryptoPunks have always been seen as mainly a collector's asset. Will BAYC and Pudgy Penguins flip CryptoPunks now that utility is ramping up? Later, we're joined by a member of Racino Gaming to talk about their skill-based AI racing simulation game that is starting to gain traction (1:03:41). Special Guest: https://x.com/racinogaming Powered by $APE Powered by @dGenNetwork Website:...

It was a tough weekend and Monday morning following geopolitical uncertainty. The Coffee Crew discusses their mindset during this time. Later, we're joined by two builders in the BAYC ecosystem to tell us about their experience in web3 & what they're building (1:20:32). Special Guests: https://x.com/NFThoarder888 https://x.com/popilart Powered by @dGenNetwork Powered by $APE Website:...

The California DMV is utilizing blockchain technology to modernize their IT systems and business processes. We’re joined by AP, a Staff Service Analyst for the California DMV, to educate us on the DMV’s integration of the blockchain and digital systems (1:20:31). Special Guest: https://x.com/Limitlesss1 Powered by @dGenNetwork Powered by $APE Website: https://dgen.network/ Follow us on the X app:...

Today’s episode talks about a variety of things. From Zed Run’s $ZED to Machi’s $BAYC release to Scottie Pippen’s fractionalized Game 5 Ball. We also want to say thanks for all the support from the Coffee with Captain listeners! AIP 479 and for the next 6 months we’ll be powered by $APE! Powered by @dGenNetwork Website: https://dgen.network/ Follow us on the X app: Captain Zwingli: https://x.com/C...

DraftKings pulls their Reignmakers program, seemingly due to a single lawsuit brought by a platform user. Are a majority of big brands doomed to leave web3? Later, we're joined by Adam Fern, Product Lead at Pirate Nation, to get a full update on where Pirate Nation is currently in development and where it's headed. Special Guest: https://x.com/fern Powered by @dGenNetwork Website: https:...

While crypto continues to do its normal unpredictable thing, we highlight two companies bridging the web2/web3 world. The Beezie (formerly The Colony) team comes to share how they're changing the RWA landscape (34:23). Later, Julian joins the show to discuss DoodlesTV and how they're shifting IP development (1:17:23). Special Guests: https://x.com/AndreaMYellie (Cofounder & CEO of Be...

We started off with a recap of Bitcoin Nashville and experiences with Project Dragon. Later in the show, the Coffee Crew is joined by Greg (Garga) and Sean (GFunk) to talk about Yuga Labs' journey and where they're headed for the future (1:04:10). Special Guest: https://x.com/CryptoGarga (CEO of Yuga Labs) https://x.com/Gfunkera86 (CEO of Pixel Vault) Powered by @dGenNetwork Website: htt...

Project Dragon is a third-person shooter inside Otherside's metaverse that supports over 3000 players. Yuga has received a lot of criticism within the space, but Otherside's development was always set to take years. Do we think that Yuga can produce a top level game in web3 and beyond? Powered by @dGenNetwork Website: https://dgen.network/ Follow us on the X app: Captain Zwingli: https:/...

Crypto markets see a 4% pullback while experiencing some sell pressure. Bitcoin continues to be a topic of conversation. Can US and global governments realistically carry Bitcoin as a reserve currency? Also, as more L2s start to ramp up, we need to see a move towards mobile dApps for greater tech adoption. Powered by @dGenNetwork Website: https://dgen.network/ Follow us on the X app: Captain Zwing...

There was $1B in volume and over $100M of net inflows from the ETH ETF. How are people positioning themselves? We also touch on Doodles' announcement to tokenize fandom. How do they capture market share? Later we're joined by Andy, of IKB, to dive into their onchain sports betting platform (1:07:08). Special Guest: https://x.com/andy8052 Powered by @dGenNetwork Website: https://dgen.netw...

The Ethereum ETF is live and people are asking questions. Is $ETH already priced in or are we still early? In crypto you can “pay tuition” through allocating funds quickly and risk overtrading. You can also be patient and watch those with more experience. The Coffee Crew shares their thoughts and potential decisions. Powered by @dGenNetwork Website: https://dgen.network/ Follow us on the X app: Ca...

In America, the political predictions market is illegal, so the major sportsbooks can't get a piece of the pie. Will Polymarket continue to succeed as we move beyond this election cycle? Powered by @dGenNetwork Website: https://dgen.network/ Follow us on the X app: Captain Zwingli: https://x.com/ChrisJourdan Steve: https://x.com/SteveKBark dGen Network: https://x.com/dGenNetwork This podcast...

AI automation is starting to become a reality and it's important to be aware of the potential for your life. Later, the Pixel Vault team joins the Coffee Crew to discuss Reboot's move to ApeChain. Is skill-based wagering the future for the next generation? (58:23) Special Guests: https://x.com/BunchuBets (Guest Cohost) https://x.com/Gfunkera86 https://x.com/GoozEggz Powered by @dGenNetwo...

Today's episode was a mixed brew. The Coffee Crew had to give more flowers to the Doodles for their trailer. We also discussed going full-time in web3, a variety of NFT products and Web2 brands entering web3. Powered by @dGenNetwork Website: https://dgen.network/ Follow us on the X app: Captain Zwingli: https://x.com/ChrisJourdan Steve: https://x.com/SteveKBark dGen Network: https://x.com/dGe...

Building in web3 is a marathon, not a sprint. Doodles has shown their ability to produce animation at a high level and penetrate the web2 world. Julian and Austin join us to discuss the official trailer for 'Dullsville and the Doodleverse' (1:07:45). Special Guest: https://x.com/zkpawky (Guest Cohost) https://x.com/jholguin https://x.com/austin_hurwitz Doodles Official Trailer - https://...

WAGMI requires a cohesive whole and web3 is becoming more and more tribal. With big web2 brands watching, how can we connect and support each other to make web3 successful? Later, Rich of SaaSy Labs stops by the show to talk about his disagreement with Greg of Yuga Labs on the X timeline (2:05:12). Powered by @dGenNetwork Website: https://dgen.network/ Follow us on the X app: Captain Zwingli: http...

Julian, Doodles CEO, responds to critics on the X timeline with the "mog" emoji. This sparked a conversation over Doodles', and other NFT companies, products and collaborations. What has really been shipped? We also touch on the digital art market and how people view art. Special Cohost: https://x.com/KyleRiggins Powered by @dGenNetwork Website: https://dgen.network/ Follow us on th...

What is the purpose of onchain gaming? In 2021, projects struggled with tokenomics and the P2E model. Now the struggle is PVP between blockchains, but at some point cross chain integration must be seamless for us to succeed. The Coffee Crew gives their thoughts on the future of onchain gaming. Special CoHost: https://x.com/phibacka31 Powered by @dGenNetwork Website: https://dgen.network/ Follow us...