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I recently attended Blockworks' and Bankless' PERMISSIONLESS web3 and crypto event in Austin, TX and on this episode I review my big 3 takeaways in an 8 minute QuickPod. My tweet on content creators being important at Permissionlesss - https://x.com/jcrpntr/status/1702904668089639136?s=20 My critique tweet on the event - https://x.com/jcrpntr/status/1703490026124816492?s=20 Episode 92 wher...

I recently saw Oppenheimer and it reminded me of where cryptocurrency and its communities are now. If you're in crypto and have also seen Oppenheimer, let me know if you also drew the same parallels. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/morethanblockchain/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/morethanblckchn YouTube - https://www.youtube.co...

How old were you when you first minted your first NFT? Well, my guests for episode 91 of the More Than Blockchain podcast are 11 and 13 and are CREATING NFTS! Isabella and Isaac's story is inspiring and I hope you enjoy my first gen alpha guests' episode! To check out their NFTs, please visit - https://opensea.io/collection/brickitty-collection Isabella's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedi...

Yes, you should learn about Bitcoin and invest $5. The opportunity cost of not doing so is growing greater everyday. CNBC video on America's financial woes - https://youtu.be/TgVtXT5Mqj0?si=rSd6crxYUtTEgfua All More Than Blockchain podcast episodes are available on YT as well as on many of the popular podcast platforms.  Popular Bitcoin episodes on YouTube: Bitcoin, The Institutions Are Coming...

AI (artificial intelligence) is here to stay, so it's likely a perfect time to dive in, learn about it, see where it might impact you and go from there. This is where the idea of being "adaptable" to AI, and really any new technology, is like a superpower in modern times. On this episode, which is the third installment of what's being known as simply "AI with Andy", we...

Why did you buy crypto? Do you remember? It's likely part of one of the 4 reasons that Jarretts lays out in the 88th episode of More Than Blockchain. Please share this episode with a friend, family member or colleague who you think would enjoy this episode. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/morethanblockchain/ Twitter - https://tw...

David All is a connector, storyteller and above all else a Founder. On the 87th episode of More Than Blockchain, Jarrett chats with David about his new, non-partisan DC-based non-profit, FOUND3R, whose mission is to educate, advocate and create space for constructive conversations around the responsible adoption of web3 technology. To learn more about FOUND3R, please click here - https://linktr.ee...

Worldcoin is here and I'm not sure if it's a good or bad thing. Join More Than Blockchain's Host, Jarrett Carpenter, on our 86th episode and hear his candid and unscripted thoughts on Worldcoin and the privatization of the future of global finance. Worldcoin is one of the single most fascinating potential use cases for crypto and AI but is it a good thing for humanity? Is trading one's biometric d...

James Wong joins More Than Blockchain to discuss his Bitcoin healthcare startup - NIHOWDY. NIHOWDY works similar to a popular prescription discount / rebate service GOODRX, but unlike GOODRX, it gives back to customers and does so using the Bitcoin Lightning network. On the 85th episode of More Than Blockchain, join host Jarrett and guest and Founder of NIHOWDY to learn about the future of prescri...

Chris Love runs Partnerships and Marketing for the Rainmaker App, or as he alludes to - the Robihood app for DeFi (decentralized finance). And like the Robinhood app for traditional finance, Rainmaker hopes to provide an easy space for degens to thrive with its 0 gas fees, easy on-ramps and top notch security. On the 84th episode of More Than Blockchain, we dive into how Rainmaker may lead the way...

If I were the Paul Revere of Bitcoin, then it would be time to exclaim that "THE INSTITUTIONS ARE COMING". On the 83rd episode of More Than Blockchain, Jarrett dives into both the good and the bad of institutional money coming into Bitcoin. On this episode, we hear from Larry Fink, CEO of BlackRock, from Michael Saylor, CEO of Microstrategy, and Jarrett also reads from Satoshi's Bitc...

Crypto adoption is growing steadily but for mass adoption to take hold, more people will have to have a "need" for it, understand that their opportunity cost for not partaking in the crypto ecosystem is actually more expensive and just generally be surrounded by more people using the technology. On the 82nd episode of More Than Blockchain, Jarrett shares 2 personal anecdotes which touch upon what...

Bitcoin education is still a massively important part of onboarding and ensuring that more people understand and feel confident with Bitcoin. Bitcoin is as complex as you make it, which is why it's great to hear about Shamory from it's Founder, Scott Sibley. Scott, his wife and his young daughter are the team behind Shamory - a company that's creating wonderful Bitcoin education materi...

Thomas Fahrer is a co-founder of Hey Apollo which its website says is where you can review products you love, find companies you trust and earn Bitcoin. On this episode, Thomas shares his thoughts on Bitcoin micropayments as a new incentive to encourage client testimonials and reviews, the importance of consumer driven information for companies to improve their products and services, how we got in...

Crypto never sleeps and as such it can be a drag sometimes as it's non-stop rollercoaster FUD cycle of good news, bad news, okay news and just news is 24 hours a day, 265 days a year and 7 days a week. In crypto, there are no off days or timeouts and it's this breakneck pace of the space that inspired me to share with you why crypto and web3 has me currently tired and at the same time bull...

In web3, maybe we need less thought leaders and more curiosity leaders? A curiosity leader, like this episode's guest - Alison Alexander, is someone who leads with their questions, explorations, experimentations, etc within the new world of web3. Alison is a web3 professional at metacampus.ai and on this episode she shares her experiences experimenting with the latest web3 and crypto products...

On this episode, we connect with Trevor Talley, from The Crypto Recruiters, to learn all about what recruiters, companies and the industry in general is looking for in candidates for web3 and crypto. Trevor also shares his only personal story about getting into crypto and how he got into recruiting and finally crypto recruiting. If you're looking to get hired in web3 and crypto, look no furthe...

AI, artificial intelligence, is coming towards us and into the future at an exponential clip and so it's important that everyone takes note of its development, as it will likely impact all of us. On this episode, I pick up from where I left off with Andy on episode 62 (see links below to listen) and we discuss how AI is going to impact the future of labor, data privacy, our own physical and di...

There are no experts in crypto. This is a sentiment that has been floating around Twitter and LinkedIn and I couldn't agree more. I mean, how can someone be an expert in a nascent technological space that evolves daily. It's too new and too big of a space to be an expert. If this epsiode resonates with you, please share it with someone else. To listen to the Giannis interview clip - https:...

Crypto Mommi is a mom, trader and consultant in the digital asset space. We recently met at Consensus in Austin, TX and on our 74th episode we discuss her journey from 0 to full-time crypto degen and consultant, her thoughts on regulation and what she's learned and how she's grown since finding crypto and trading. To get in touch with Crypto Mommi, please follow these links: Website - http...

The future of web3 will be hyper-focused on viable businesses over vibe, hoodie and parties and in order to get there, we're going to need professionals like this episode's guest - Pablo Segarra. Pablo is an accomplished attorney and retired police officer with a passion for helping startup founders navigate the exciting and complex world of NFTs, Crypto, and the Metaverse. As the founder of Segar...

On this episode, Jarrett chats with Jacki Roach from My Crypto Advisor. Jacki is a renaissance woman in web3 and crypto. Her personal and professional experience is some of the most expansive we've ever had on the show. To reach out to Jacki: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacki-roach/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/whelmness_pro My Crypto Advisor website - https://mycryptoadvisor.com/ Plea...

NFT NYC 2023 gets a 10/10 and tune in to More Than Blockahin's 71st episode to hear why! On this episode, Jarrett shares his candid reflections on NFT NYC and also discusses some tips for NFT NYC 2024, as well as other web3 and crypto IRL conferences. To listen to Not Crypto Bros episodes , click here - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtIBR1p-jCugKIR08aEirJJXQ8OEn8Tpq Follow More Than Block...

What is the future of webtech? How will the internet look in the future? Will we still be using our smartphones to order pizza, clothes, etc? How will AR, VR, and MR play a role in the future of websites and how we engage with information on the internet? Grant Sparks, from Sparks Sites, joins the podcast to discuss all things webtech and offer his experienced and professional opinions on how crea...

Bitcoin mining is an essential component to ensuring that the bitcoin network is secure. It’s proof of work protocol provides second to none security for its global, decentralized network. As it becomes more competitive to secure the bitcoin network, the energy demand to keep the network moving forward continues to grow. Bitcoin mining provides the world with a new demand for renewable energy and...