VeeFam Sessions

For this episode, we sit down with Josh Vajda aka Senor Pants. Pants, a WhatNot streamer, Gift Goat, & 2026 Topps Chrome Sketch Artist, shares his journey from traditional business to the Web3 and NFT space. He also shares his experiences with VeeFriends, and insights into community building, collecting, and the art of streaming. Links Senor Pants on X: https://x.com/SenorPantsNFT Senor Pants...

For episode 89, we sit down with Ben Harbuck, (ibenkind) a passionate entrepreneur and artist, about his journey from homeschooling to building a vibrant community around VeeFriends, collectibles, and tattoos. During the conversation, Ben explores the significance of community, the evolution of tattooing, the impact of comics, and the magic of in-person meetups in Texas. Ben shares his journey thr...

For episode #088 , we sit down with Jen Luck, the dynamic Head of Events and Brand Activations at ‪@veefriends‬ . Throughout the conversation, Jen shares her journey from sports management to leading innovative live experiences in the Web3 space. Discover behind-the-scenes stories from major events like Veecon, how community feedback shapes their strategy, and the exciting future of VeeFriends exp...

For episode #087 we sit down with dad, Day One VeeFriend, Gift Goat, passionate community builder, and creator of the HI-initiative & collective, Joe Atang. Throughout the conversation we talk about his journey from sports and business to the NFT space, community building, and the power of positivity. Discover insights on crypto, NFTs, community dynamics, and personal growth. LinksJoe on X: ht...

In this episode, we welcome Dan "The Man" Doll, a passionate collectoIn this episode, we welcome Dan "The Man" Doll, a passionate collector, community builder, and co-host of Good Guys Collect. Known for his authentic approach to NFTs, TCG, and community engagement, Dan shares his journey from consulting to finding the VeeFriends community. Throughout the conversation, we talk about Dan's journey...

For episode 85, we chat with day one VeeFriends minter OG, content creator, streamer, and family man. Throughout the conversation, Ron shares his journey from a small-town upbringing to becoming a key player in the VeeFriends ecosystem. He discusses the importance of empathy in business, his discovery of Gary Vee and NFTs, and the electric community vibes of 2021. Ron reflects on his experiences a...

For #84, we chat with Johnny Ren, AKA “House of Ren,” a prominent member of the VeeFriends community who transitioned from being a dedicated fan to a team member. Ren shares his journey from teaching abroad to investing in cryptocurrency and NFTs, highlighting his admiration for Gary Vee and the impact of the VeeFriends community. He discusses the evolution of sentiment within the Discord, his exp...

For episode 83, we chat with day one VeeFriends minter, family man, Black Cat Maxi and Collector, and stellar human, Mike J.Y. Throughout the conversation we discuss Mike's journey into the world of NFTs, the significance of community and the traits behind the VeeFriends. Mike shares his experiences and his significances behind with the Black Cat and Tough to Beat a Worm From the Dirt. The convers...

For episode 82, we chat with OG VeeFriends, former D-1 basketball player, and stellar human, KT 'Train' Thompson. KT shares her journey from being an athlete to discovering Gary Vaynerchuk and the world of NFTs. She discusses her experiences at VeeCon, the importance of community, and her aspirations for the future of VeeFriends. The conversation also touches on the challenges and rewards...

For episode 81, we sit down with Savannah Demery aka 'SavyD.' The mother, veteran, and abuse survivor shares her inspiring journey from a challenging childhood to finding community and purpose through VeeFriends. Throughout the conversation, Savy discusses her struggles with adversity, the importance of kindness, parenting, and how collectibles became a source of healing and connection. Th...

For episode 80, we sit down with journalist, publicist, and author, Anthony Massucci. In addition to diving into his newly released memoir--a tribute to his teachers that helped shape him-- GRADE SCHOOL, Anthony shares his journey from journalism to public relations, emphasizing the importance of storytelling and personal connections in his career. He also shares his journey from journalism to pub...

For #079, we sit down with UFC Top 10 Featherweight, Josh Emmett. Josh and I chat about his journey to becoming a professional MMA fighter, finding his way into the Vayner & VeeFriends world, and ultimately getting his first artist gig in the 2025 Topps Chrome VeeFriends Trading Cards partnership. We discuss the traits that helped him excel and reach his goals throughout the hills and valleys...

For episode #078, we sit down with the Chairman of Vayner X, CEO of VaynerMedia, and Creator & CEO of VeeFriends, Gary Vaynerchuk. Throughout the conversation Gary and I chat about moments throughout the first four years of VeeFriends as the brand closes out the Alpha Age and heads towards the Canon Era. Recording Dates: 5/8/25, 5/9/25, & 5/12/25

For #077, we sit down with longtime VeeFriend and current member of the VeeFriends Community Success Team, Jeremy Knows. Jeremy shares his journey from being a passionate community member of ⁠ ⁨VeeFriends⁠ to becoming a key player within the organization. He reflects on the importance of community support, the emotional weight of receiving a job offer, and the significance of effective communicati...

For #076, we sit down with VeeFriends President, Andy Krainak to talk about the past 4 years running VeeFriends, the evolution of VeeCon, the pillars to build affinity for the VeeFriends character universe, and many other things throughout the 'Before Topps Chrome" era. Andy on X: https://x.com/krainakhttps://veefriends.com/Follow VeeFam Sessions:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/veefamsessions⁠...

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For episode #073, we sit down with Ian "Kowsky" Lepkowsky. Throughout the conversation we xplore Kowsky's journey from his early life, through his discovery of Gary Vee, to his involvement in the VeeFriends community. Kowsky shares his experiences with technology, his passion for art, and the creation of his brand, Alien Inks. The discussion highlights the evolution of the VeeFriends...

For ep. ⁠#072, we welcome back for the second time, Daniel Donayre, the Head of Community for VeeFriends. Rob and Daniel Donayre discuss the evolution of the VeeFriends community,  ⁨VeeCon, and reflects on some of the brand's biggest announcements and collaborations in 2024 and 2025. VeeFam Sessions:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/veefamsessions⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠VeeFam Network: twitch.tv/theveefamnetwork Da...

For ep. ⁠#071, we welcome content creator and live stream producer, Courtney Knecht. We discuss her journey from sports to music, her experiences in college, and her transition into the world of content creation. Courtney shares insights on building a creative network, her time as a radio host, and the viral success of her penny trade-up challenge. The conversation also touches on the creative fre...

For ep. ⁠#070, longtime VeeFriend & team member, Nick Corso stops by for his third appearance on the show and first as a member of the @veefriends comics team. Topics of this conversation include: discuss the exciting developments within the VeeFriends community, the growth of the comics team, and the energy of working in New York City. Nick also insights into his role in the VeeFriends comics...

For ep. ⁠#069, we chat with beloved VeeFriends community member, content creator for To the Moon Cards & Collectibles, and my wife, Chelsea Messer. Throughout our conversation, we discuss Chels’ entrepreneur journey, how she made her way into web3 & VeeFriends, how she landed a job working for To The Moon, and many other topics that previously stayed within the confines of our home.  Follo...

 For ep. ⁠#068, we chat with the Senior Designer at VeeFriends, Mikey Caloca.  This is Mikey's second appearance on VeeFam Sessions and the first episode live-streamed on the VeeFam Network Twitch Channel.   The conversation features Mikey Caloca, a senior designer at @VeeFriends who shares his journey from being in the shadows to becoming a prominent figure in the community. They discuss the evol...

For ep. ⁠#067, we chat with the EVP of Commerce & Operations at VeeFriends, Jon Troutman. Throughout our convo, Jon shares his origin story of meeting and interning for Gary before ultimately joining VaynerMedia and co-founding Empathy Wines. Jon also reflects on his role with VeeFriends and much more. Follow VeeFam Sessions:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/veefamsessions⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ VeeFam Network: tw...

Recording Date: 10/20/24 For ep. ⁠#066, we chat with multifaceted artist & creator, Ed Balloon shares his journey from aspiring musician to a prominent figure in the Web3 space. Ed and I also discuss his early love for music and the challenges he faced from family expectations, how the pandemic totally altered his career, and how he ended up being responsible for creating the art for the 2023...