From The Blockchain

Sarina Charugundla is the Co-Founder of TreeTrunk NFT which is the first multi-party royalty-bearing NFT.  She's a creative thinker with a background in mechanical engineering, marketing, telecom, and business. Sarina thrives in the intersection of art and technology. Noticing how often artists are left out of the equation, TreeTrunk NFT wants to start including artists in the conversation an...

While NFTs celebrate various art forms, one is gaining a lot of traction. Photography. Many are saying it’s the next big thing in NFTs. But why does it stand out? According to photographer Toni Payne, photography and NFTs are the perfect duo because they both capture a snapshot of reality. For NFTs, a token is minted on the blockchain forever. In the same way, a photograph is a moment in history c...

Social media is a great resource for learning, especially for NFTs. The rabbit hole of scrolling and queued videos can be beneficial after all. YouTuber and Influencer Wendy O uses her platform to educate people about crypto and NFTs. She started in crypto when there were very few women. Now, there are more and more women joining the space. But she’s on a mission to show her 5-year-old daughter ju...

Kids are the future of NFTs. The metaverse is making way for kids and family. More products and brands are taking a kid-friendly approach with NFTs.  Working in the toy industry, Iris Ichishita is leading the charge for kids to enter the space. On this episode, Iris discusses what content will look like and what the future is going to bring. Check out what she has to say about NFTs for kids.  Iris...

Communications are an integral part of building a community. As a global communications expert, Maha Abouelenein has experienced various changes in digital communications and marketing. She made her way into the NFT space and has played an integral role in Gary Vaynerchuk’s VeeCon. Learn how you can leverage communication to build a strong experience for your community. If you’re new to NFTs, list...

NFT artists aren’t just creating digital tokens. They’re creating culture for Web 3.0. Each project, celebrity partnership, creative genius is building a culture for the communities in the metaverse. As an artist and contributor, Mack Flavelle recognizes the power artists have in the inner circle to build something that has a ripple effect to the individual owners.  Creating an experience is one t...

Hesitant to invest in crypto? Mine the Future, co-founders Nick and Jason, are familiar with the concerns with crypto investment especially when it comes to mining, setting up your own rig, and capturing the tremendous upside from mining. That’s why they created Mine the Future. The NFT project is the first to mine Bitcoin on your behalf. Listen to the two founders discuss the MTF project and how...

In the digital age, we crave an immersive experience.  The metaverse is delivering that experience by way of transforming everyday things to the more immersive, digital versions. Ethereum Towers is adding some real estate to the landscape. As the COO of Ethereum Towers/Ethereum Worlds, Shane understands the dynamic nature of the metaverse. Listen to Shane discuss how Ethereum Towers and other NFT...

Remember collecting Pokemon cards? The excitement of sitting down with your friends at school to play the game. It’s more than just a card then. At least that’s the way Angel Pui explains it.  As an  entrepreneur with a fashion design experience, Angel Pui saw an opportunity to be a part of something bigger. Angel combines her passions for technical problem solving and fashion in designing NFTs. H...

From opportunities to tokens, Web3 is experiencing a surge of new participants. There’s a growing need for job board for the metaverse marketplace. Morgan Stone, NFT sales master and co-founder of Roo Troop, is extremely aware of the need. After experiencing growing pains with Roo Troop, Morgan set up a system that vets job postings and applicants. The world of Web3 is open for work! Listen to the...

NFTs are a great income stream for artists, including musicians. We’re starting to see the impact of NFTs on the music industry. Rapper Sir Mix-A-Lot shares how Web3 has provided more freedom in his craft. In the past, musicians have had to write songs under a label contract they may not have wanted to write.  Now, thanks to Web3, there’s more autonomy and financial freedom for artists. It’s up to...

It’s not very often you find someone who’s gifted in both tech and the arts. But that fits Randi Zuckerberg to a T. With a passion for the theater arts and experience on the front lines of Facebook, Randi describes herself as someone with a “launch entrepreneurial brain and an artist’s heart”. It’s the best of both worlds, especially in the metaverse. The intersection of art and technology is grow...

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If you’re involved in Web3, you know community is the foundation. The people are the core of what makes the metaverse what it is. However, there is still a need for more women to join the space. Not only as participants, but as leaders. Katherine has worked in the tech world for the past two decades, and she knows the need for great female leaders. As the Director of Maximus, Katherine has over 20...

Technology has changed the way we live. Limitless resources and opportunities are at our fingertips. Yet, there are so many functions to learn and opportunities to tap into. Lauren Turton turned her personal NFT collection into a profitable start to getting her restaurant off the ground. There are financial advantages to Web3, you just need to be teachable. As a NFT speaker and educator, Lauren te...

Collaborations are becoming a core strategy to growing NFT projects and delivering value. Similar to featuring an artist on a single in the music world, NFT projects are banding together for what are called “collections”. Catharsis, a NFT project with fashion roots, is seizing the opportunity to collaborate with like-minded projects for new drops. Meg and Ty launched Catharsis in 2018 as a fashion...

This episode is jammed pack with alpha on your favorite NFT projects, actionable insights on growing your network and career in Web3, and a strategic roadmap for success with any professional endeavor you take on. Ashley & Danielle invited Kelsey Cole onto the show for her second appearance on From The Blockchain. She joined the crew in studio during NFT.NYC last November and joins again to br...

As more consumers use various blockchains and become familiar with the space, businesses are looking to NFTs as another marketing channel.  Avery Akkineni, President of VaynerNFT, is building the bridge for companies to join Web3. Avery joined Gary Vaynerchuk’s team in 2018 from Google to help grow VaynerMedia in the Asia Pacific region and is now the President of VaynerNFT.  Like any type of mark...

Jay has four key areas he focuses on in his life. Listen to hear all four but many of them have an awesome connection to the blockchain. Jay is an avid investor in technology and sees the blockchain as an essential component to growth in our world. Blockchain technology can change the way we think about health, tech, and beyond. Jay Rosenzweig believes the technology has the power to build better...

What does it mean to be an NFT owner in an NFT community?  Rick, the co-founder of Dapper Dinos, breaks down the benefits of NFT ownership and the significance of community for projects. As a leader of a popular project, Rick talks about building their customer experience through direct ownership privileges like breeding and voting. For instance, Dapper Dino token holders can participate in the br...

Art is an extension of culture—digital art is not excluded. We’re seeing Web3 as a platform not just for digital art, but also education, connection, and world change. There is opportunity to revolutionize the way we train the next generation to think and experience the world. And that’s all starting with the metaverse. Join Maliha Abidi, the founder of Women Rise, in a discussion about NFT cultur...

Switching things up on this episode. This time Ashley “Bored Becky” had the opportunity to be a guest a speaker on Pili Yarusi’s podcast called Multifamily Live . Pili Yarusi is also a realtor with an interest in NFTs. So, naturally she and Ashley have a lot to talk about. Check out this light-hearted conversation between two friends who are passionate about elevating women in their field.   Pili...

On today's episode, listen in as "Bored Becky" talks to Kent Charugundla about how traditional art is making it's way into the NFT space. Kent has an amazing background in technology, and has a love for fine art resulting in his decision to merge the two. Join us as we dive deeper into Kent's project, the importance of traditional art becoming a part of the NFT space, and...

With 25 years of experience in tech, Peg Samuel has watched Web 1.0 blossom into the decentralized, unbanked state of “Web 3.0”. She jumped into crypto in 2015 not really knowing what to expect. Now she runs an NFT collection with a team of brands like Saucony. Listen in as Peg discusses the opportunities for marketing and NFTs with brand partnerships and NFT utility. Peg co-runs Fierce Studios an...

Crypto is changing the world. And the 18-year-old Miss Teen Crypto is telling the world about it. As traditional banking becomes passé, Miss Teen Crypto is on a mission to educate the next generation about cryptocurrency. She has a great pulse on the state of crypto and how it’s being used around the world. If you’re a newbie to cryptocurrency and want to learn more, you need to listen and follow...