The Blockchain Experience: https://www.theblockexp.com In this episode, I chat with Vikram Arun , co-founder of Superform , a platform that integrates decentralized finance with user-friendly banking features. We discuss his background in DeFi, the creation of Superform as a smart account for effortless on-chain earnings, and how it democratizes access to financial tools. Vikram shares insights on the stable coin market's future, highlighting user experience and trust, as well as up...
Nov 24, 2025•35 min•Season 5Ep. 3
The Blockchain Experience: https://www.theblockexp.com Invest in Scoop3 for future equity: https://wefunder.com/media3labs In this episode, we speak with Ben Nadarewski , founder of Solstice Labs , about the Solana ecosystem's potential to transform capital markets. Ben discusses the challenges of high gas fees in DeFi and introduces USX, a synthetic stablecoin aimed at improving transaction efficiency. He explains the Yield Vault's role in providing positive yields and dem...
Aug 25, 2025•38 min•Season 5Ep. 2
The Blockchain Experience: https://www.theblockexp.com The Blockchain Experience Premium: https://premium.theblockexp.com Invest in Scoop3 for future equity: https://wefunder.com/media3labs In this episode, we chat with Lauren Halstead , Head of Partnerships from Mojito , who discusses the integration of blockchain in loyalty programs with meta-david . She explains how Mojito helps brands enhance customer engagement through decentralized solutions, allowing consumers to...
May 14, 2025•55 min•Season 5Ep. 1
The Blockchain Experience: https://www.theblockexp.com The Blockchain Experience Premium: https://premium.theblockexp.com Invest in Scoop3 for future equity: https://wefunder.com/media3labs In this episode, we chat with Simon McLoughlin, CEO of Uphold , about their new rewards program aimed at boosting user engagement with stablecoins. We delve into Uphold's decentralized model, connecting to 31 trading venues for optimal pricing. Simon outlines attractive rewards on USDC and ...
Jan 29, 2025•35 min•Season 4Ep. 7
The Blockchain Experience : https://www.theblockexp.com The Blockchain Experience Premium: https://premium.theblockexp.com Invest in Scoop3 for future equity : https://wefunder.com/media3labs In this episode, meta-david interviews Charles Wayn, co-founder of Galxe , about its evolution from an NFT minting platform to a powerful community-building tool. We explore Galxe's focus on community credentials, enabling managers to create eligibility criteria for NFT drops that foster deeper...
Dec 02, 2024•49 min•Season 4Ep. 6
The Blockchain Experience : https://www.theblockexp.com The Blockchain Experience Premium: https://premium.theblockexp.com Invest in Scoop3 for future equity : https://wefunder.com/media3labs In this episode, meta-david interviews Matt, CEO of Caldera , a blockchain scaling solution for Ethereum. Matt discusses Caldera's role in helping teams launch customizable layer two (L2) and layer three (L3) chains, with examples like ApeChain. He emphasizes the need for dedicated chains to en...
Nov 07, 2024•47 min•Season 4Ep. 5
The Blockchain Experience : https://www.theblockexp.com The Blockchain Experience Premium: https://premium.theblockexp.com Invest in Scoop3 for future equity : https://wefunder.com/media3labs Ayush Ranjan, co-founder and CEO of Huddle01 , discusses the creation of a decentralized communication platform during COVID-19. He reflects on his background in electrical engineering and insights from reading Daniel Kahneman that inspired his journey into blockchain technology. Huddle01 tar...
Oct 09, 2024•42 min•Season 4Ep. 4
The Blockchain Experience : https://www.theblockexp.com The Blockchain Experience Premium: https://premium.theblockexp.com Invest in Scoop3 for future equity : https://wefunder.com/media3labs This is a recap of the previous episode of The Blockchain Experience where we hosted Robin O'Connell, CEO of Uphold Enterprise Uphold Links : Uphold (Main) Topper (Fiat-to-crypto) Show Producer : @KerriGleeson Disclosures: None of the content in this podcast is intended to be financial advi...
Oct 02, 2024•9 min
The Blockchain Experience : https://www.theblockexp.com The Blockchain Experience Premium: https://premium.theblockexp.com Invest in Scoop3 for future equity : https://wefunder.com/media3labs This is a recap of crypto news you might have missed during week 38 of 2024. This episode is very experimental, so there can be reporting inaccuracies. Consider this for entertainment purposes only. Show Producer : @KerriGleeson Disclosures: None of the content in this podcast is in...
Sep 29, 2024•10 min
The Blockchain Experience : https://www.theblockexp.com The Blockchain Experience Premium: https://premium.theblockexp.com Invest in Scoop3 for future equity : https://wefunder.com/media3labs In this episode, meta-david speak with Robin O'Connell CEO of Uphold Enterprise , a multi-asset digital platform that facilitates seamless trading across cryptocurrencies, fiat currencies, and precious metals. We discuss Topper , Uphold's new fiat-to-crypto solution. We also talked about Uphold...
Sep 23, 2024•52 min•Season 4Ep. 3
The Blockchain Experience : https://www.theblockexp.com The Blockchain Experience Premium: https://premium.theblockexp.com Invest in Scoop3 for future equity : https://wefunder.com/media3labs In this episode, meta-david speaks with Andrew Saunders , CMO of SKALE, a pioneering blockchain platform enhancing Ethereum scalability. Andrew highlights SKALE's modular architecture and gas-free model, which significantly improves user experience in gaming by eliminating transaction fees. He ...
Sep 09, 2024•55 min•Season 4Ep. 2
The Blockchain Experience : https://www.theblockexp.com The Blockchain Experience Premium: https://premium.theblockexp.com Invest in Scoop3 for future equity : https://wefunder.com/media3labs In this episode, meta-david chats with Ken Timsit, Chief Revenue Officer of Cronos Labs, about the unique position of Cronos in the EVM-compatible blockchain landscape. They discuss the shift from custodial to self-custody, aimed at empowering over 800 million crypto users, and explore Cronos’s ecosy...
Aug 28, 2024•43 min•Season 4Ep. 1
The Blockchain Experience : https://www.theblockexp.com The Blockchain Experience Premium: https://premium.theblockexp.com Invest in Scoop3 for future equity : https://wefunder.com/media3labs In this episode, meta-david talks about Farcaster, its relationship to Warpcast, and his decision to leave X/Twitter. He ends the episode with an update on Scoop3. Sahara AI : Sahara AI Labs Newsletter Link : The Blockchain Experience Newsletter Show Producer : @KerriGleeson Disclosures: None of the conten...
Jun 05, 2024•42 min•Season 3Ep. 8
The Blockchain Experience : https://www.theblockexp.com Invest in Scoop3 for future equity : https://wefunder.com/media3labs In this episode, meta-david talks about Farcaster, its relationship to Warpcast, and his decision to leave X/Twitter. He ends the episode with an update on Scoop3. Farcaster Links : Warpcast (use this as the easiest way to get on Farcaster) Drakula (Onchain TikTok) Newsletter Link : The Blockchain Experience Newsletter Show Producer : @KerriGleeson Disclosures: None of th...
May 17, 2024•17 min•Season 3Ep. 7
The Blockchain Experience : https://www.theblockexp.com Invest in Scoop3 for future equity : https://wefunder.com/media3labs In this episode, meta-david interviews Andrew and Eric from Propy and Propy Keys, discussing their real estate blockchain solutions. Propy has transacted over $4 billion in real estate as NFTs, eliminating costly deed insurance. Propy Keys plans to bring one million home addresses on-chain, offering NFT tiers for gamification and secure ownership. Users can mint, stake ho...
May 01, 2024•32 min•Season 3Ep. 6
The Blockchain Experience : https://www.theblockexp.com Invest in Scoop3 for future equity : https://wefunder.com/media3labs In this episode, meta-david talks to Aly Madhavji , a managing partner at Blockchain Founders Found , a web3-focused venture capital firm. They talk about the steps involved in a startup journey including successful characteristics of startups & founders and red flags they look for. The two also discuss current and future trends in web3. This episode is a must-listen ...
Apr 01, 2024•47 min•Season 3Ep. 5
The Blockchain Experience : https://www.theblockexp.com Invest in Scoop3 for future equity : https://wefunder.com/media3labs In this episode, meta-david gives a quick vibes check and talks about meme coins, Farcaster, and Scoop3. Show Producer : @Kerri_BlockExp Disclosures: None of the content in this podcast is intended to be financial advice. Do your own research. The host may contain assets being discussed in the podcast and may have them on sale during the time the podcast is aired. This is...
Mar 14, 2024•24 min•Season 3Ep. 3
The Blockchain Experience : https://www.theblockexp.com Invest in Scoop3 for future equity : https://wefunder.com/media3labs In this episode, meta-david discusses the Memeland with the founder and CEO of 9gag , Ray Chan . They talk about the origins of 9gag at YCombinator and 500 Startups because of Ray's belief that Silicon Valley is like the NBA of technology startups, and 9gag should start competing with the best. They then delve into how they were able to bring a successful web2 brand into ...
Feb 26, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Season 3Ep. 3
The Blockchain Experience : https://www.theblockexp.com Scoop3 Product Presentation : https://wefunder.com/updates/170522-scoop3-webinar-recording Invest in Scoop3 for future equity : https://wefunder.com/media3labs In this episode, meta-david discusses the future of blockchain Layer2s with Ben Jones , co-founder of Optimism . We explore how Optimism aims to scale blockchains, fund public goods, and make the internet better. We delve into their efforts to enhance usability, unify ecosystems, an...
Feb 12, 2024•46 min•Season 3Ep. 2
The Blockchain Experience: https://www.theblockexp.com Register for the Scoop3 Webinar: https://lu.ma/is9qgxvl?v=1 In this episode, meta-david and Sanjay from Roofstock discusses how blockchain technology can revolutionize the real estate industry. They have successfully demonstrated the feasibility of using blockchain for real estate transactions, making the sales cycle faster and more efficient. Tokenization of assets, such as real estate and luxury watches, enables easy ownership transfer an...
Jan 29, 2024•57 min•Season 3Ep. 1
The Blockchain Experience : https://www.theblockexp.com In the final episode of season two of the Blockchain Experience podcast, we express gratitude to our listeners and guests for their support in 2023. Excitingly, we announce the launch of Scoop3, a mobile podcast player that allows listeners to receive NFT loyalty badges automatically. We are also opening an investment opportunity in Media3 Labs, the parent company of Scoop3 and our podcast. Find more information in the show notes. We wish ...
Dec 29, 2023•12 min•Season 1Ep. 11
The Blockchain Experience: https://www.theblockexp.com In this episode, meta-david talks to Anika from the Base team at Coinbase joining us. Base is an Ethereum layer 2 network incubated by Coinbase, offering scalability and cost reduction compared to Ethereum Layer 1. Anika explains smart contracts, how to purchase assets on Base, and the convenience of using Coinbase. They also discuss the On-Chain Summer event, user-friendly applications on Base, and the roadmap for Base and Optimism, with a...
Nov 27, 2023•30 min
The Blockchain Experience: https://www.theblockexp.com In this episode, meta-david speaks with Roxy from Art Block s, the Director of Operations. Art Blocks is a leading platform for generative art stored on the blockchain. David and Roxy talk about using the blockchain as a canvas, the way collectors value the longevity of the art on Art Blocks, and curation process. They also talked about recent activations, like Art Blocks Marfa, which aim to make generative art accessible to a wider audienc...
Nov 13, 2023•34 min•Season 2Ep. 10
The Blockchain Experience: https://www.theblockexp.com In this episode, meta-david speaks with Professor Tonya Evans , an expert in crypto and IP law. They discuss the broader scope of crypto, its challenges in the traditional finance system, and the negative stigma associated with it. Professor Evans encourages education and highlights her book, " Digital Money Demystified. " They also touch on predicting the future of crypto and the importance of thorough research. This conversation provides ...
Oct 30, 2023•51 min•Season 2Ep. 9
The Blockchain Experience: https://www.theblockexp.com In this episode, meta-david speaks with Sam Hamilton, Creative Director from Decentraland , a 3D spatial world built on the Ethereum blockchain. Decentraland is a virtual world, decentralized autonomous organization (DAO), and open-source protocol. Users can own land parcels and build their own spaces with tools for developers and non-technical individuals. Big events like music festivals and fashion weeks attract attention, and there are n...
Oct 16, 2023•49 min•Season 2Ep. 8
The Blockchain Experience: https://www.theblockexp.com In this episode, meta-david has a conversation with Bryan Brinkman , a digital pop artist in Web3. He shares his diverse background in animation and his transition into the Web3 space. Bryan explains how he discovered NFTs and the potential he saw in pursuing them as a full-time career. We discuss his inspirations, from pop artists like Keith Haring to musicians who create songs about the creative process. Bryan also shares his experience w...
Oct 02, 2023•42 min•Season 2Ep. 7
The Blockchain Experience: https://www.theblockexp.com In this episode, meta-david speaks with Anjali , co-founder of Collab.Land . They discuss Collab.Land's journey, from a social recovery wallet to their successful concept of token gating. David & Anjali explore the role of Collab.Land in facilitating collaboration within communities and their vision for a multi-chain world. Anjali emphasizes the importance of passion, feedback, and iterative development in the crypto space. Collab.Land'...
Sep 18, 2023•56 min•Season 1Ep. 6
The Blockchain Experience: https://www.theblockexp.com In this episode, meta-david interviews Larisa Barbu, co-founder of Exchange Art , about their integration of Ethereum. Exchange Art is a multi-chain marketplace for art, supporting Ethereum and Solana. They offer curated exhibitions, auctions, and a vibrant community. Larisa emphasizes the importance of royalties and tracing art provenance with blockchain. The integration of Ethereum was praised by the Solana community, allowing cross-chain...
Sep 04, 2023•36 min•Season 2Ep. 5
The Blockchain Experience: https://www.theblockexp.com In this episode, meta-david speaks with Ed Balloon , a renowned artist who has been making waves in the Web3 space. Ed opens up about his unconventional entry into the Web3 community after his band's tour was unexpectedly canceled. To maintain a digital presence, he started using a puppet, which eventually led him down the path of Web3. We explore his journey into this community and discuss his first drop major drop, "The Run Ed Collection"...
Aug 21, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Season 2Ep. 4
The Blockchain Experience: https://www.theblockexp.com In this episode, meta-david speaks with new media artist Mitchell F. Chan about the intersection of art and technology. They explore his work with tokenized art on and off the blockchain, including projects on Artblocks and a playable collection called Winslow Homer's Croquet Challenge . Mitchell discusses the challenges and possibilities of tokenizing art, the concept of tokens as certificates of authenticity, and the parallels to Sol LeWi...
Aug 07, 2023•46 min•Season 2Ep. 3
