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The Crypto Mavericks

Joe Chui & Brian McNuttredcircle.com

Join Brian and Joe as they dive into the wild world of Meme Coins, NFTs, and cutting-edge crypto investments. Whether you're a seasoned trader or just starting your journey, we're here to guide you through the hottest trends, biggest opportunities, and insider tips in the digital asset space.

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Episodes

Ep. 106 Advantage Blockchain and the Web3 Revolution: Insights into Crypto and Memecoins

On the latest episode of Real Talk NFT, I had an engaging conversation with Alec Beckman, co-founder of Advantage Blockchain. We dove deep into the world of web3, crypto, NFTs, and memecoins, sharing insights on our favorite opportunities on the Base blockchain. Alec also gave an in-depth look into the innovative work being done at Advantage Blockchain and how they're shaping the future of decentralized technology. Don't miss this episode packed with valuable insights and inspiration! NFT Nation...

Dec 17, 202444 min

Ep. 105 Zerebro Unleashed: The Future of AI, Agents and Crypto with Jeffy Yu

On this episode of Real Talk NFT , we sit down with Jeffy Yu, the visionary developer behind Zerebro. We explore Jeffy's fascinating background and dive into his groundbreaking work at the intersection of AI and blockchain. Jeffy shares the story behind Zerebro, an innovative AI agent fine-tuned on unconventional data, and its applications in autonomous content creation, blockchain integration, and decentralized finance. From minting art on-chain to launching its own cryptocurrency, Zerebro show...

Dec 10, 202430 min

Ep. 104 Memecoins, Market News & Trading Tactics: A Deep Dive

In this episode of Real Talk NFT, we sit down with Jaymes Rosenthal (@SKIGODcrypto) to dive into the exciting world of memecoins, the rise of Runes on the Bitcoin blockchain, and the latest crypto market news. Skigod shares his background, trading strategies, and insights on navigating the ever-changing crypto landscape. Don't miss this value-packed conversation full of tips, trends, and much more! www.SmartNFTInvesting.com Social Media: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@RealTalkNFT Twitter: htt...

Dec 03, 202451 min

Ep. 103 The Degen Freedom Factory

In this episode of Real Talk NFT, we sit down with the team from Freedom Factory to explore their journey in advancing on-chain technology. We delve into the development of ethOS, their Ethereum-based operating system, and discuss the innovative dGEN1 mobile device designed to streamline on-chain Ethereum transactions. Our conversation also covers their recent NFT drop, the features of the ethOS phone, and their vision for the future of decentralized applications. Join us for an insightful discu...

Nov 26, 202432 min

Ep. 102 NFL All Day: The Ultimate Platform for NFL Fans in Web3

In this episode of Real Talk NFT, we sit down with the NFL ALL DAY to dive into their platform that’s revolutionizing the way fans collect and engage with NFL moments. We discuss their current product offerings, exciting upcoming features, and how they’re shaping the future of digital collectibles in sports. Whether you’re a die-hard NFL fan or a Web3 enthusiast, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss! www.SmartNFTInvesting.com Social Media: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@RealTalkNFT T...

Nov 19, 202436 min

Ep. 101 Crypto Combat: The Story of CFN’s Rise as a Global Sports Brand

In this episode of Real Talk NFT, we dive into the world of Crypto Fight Night (CFN) with its founder Rahul Suri, exploring how he got involved in this unique boxing crossover event that has become a global sensation. Rahul shares the story behind CFN's founding in Dubai, the journey of bringing it to key cities worldwide, and the immense growth that’s led to CFN’s endorsement by the World Boxing Council (WBC) and the prestigious WBC Crypto Belt title. We discuss some of CFN's most memorable mat...

Nov 12, 202423 min

Ep. 100 Data Validation Meets Decentralization: How Irys is Changing the Game

In this episode of Real Talk NFT, we dive into Irys, the first L1 programmable data chain, dedicated to solving challenges in decentralized data curation on the blockchain. Irys is pioneering a new standard for data validation and scalability within Web3, aiming to ensure accuracy and trust across decentralized ecosystems. Join us as we explore Irys’s innovative approach, its practical applications, and its potential to reshape data integrity in the blockchain space. Whether you’re deeply rooted...

Nov 05, 202426 min

Ep. 99 AI and Decentralized Networks: Autonomys Innovates the Blockchain Landscape

On this episode of Real Talk NFT, we host Autonomys, a network dedicated to scaling decentralized AI applications on-chain. Our guests share insights into how Autonomys provides critical infrastructure for the next wave of decentralized AI innovation, bridging the gap between blockchain and artificial intelligence. www.SmartNFTInvesting.com Social Media: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@RealTalkNFT Twitter: https://twitter.com/RealTalk_NFT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realtalk_nft/ TikT...

Oct 29, 202432 min

Ep. 98 Crypto Meets Politics: MAGA Meme PAC on the Power of Memecoins in Elections

In the latest episode of Real Talk NFT, we interviewed Nicholas Passino, co-founder of MAGA Meme PAC, just as the US elections heat up. We explored how memecoins, especially those linked to Donald Trump, are gaining attention, and how MAGA Meme PAC is using memes to mobilize voters and promote political discourse. Nick shared insights on the intersection of crypto, meme culture, and political activism, highlighting how their initiative tokenizes and rewards political meme creators. We also discu...

Oct 22, 202437 min

Ep. 97 AI Agents & Community: The Key to Unlocking Complex Problem Solving

In this episode of Real Talk NFT, we interviewed the CEO and co-founder of TheoryIQ, diving into the importance of community participation in advancing AI. We explored how AI agents communicate and transact with one another to solve complex problems and discussed real-world applications of TheoryIQ's innovative AI technology. These insights shed light on how collaborative efforts can drive the evolution of AI, enabling more powerful and efficient solutions. www.SmartNFTInvesting.com Social Media...

Oct 08, 202429 min

Ep. 96 Tokenized Bottles: How BlockBar is Disrupting the Spirits Industry

On this episode of Real Talk NFT, we welcome back Sam, one of the co-founders of BlockBar, the world's first direct-to-consumer NFT platform for premium wine and spirits. BlockBar offers digital ownership of rare bottles, allowing users to trade NFTs backed by physical assets stored securely in a state-of-the-art facility. We dive into the latest updates, innovations, and how BlockBar continues to revolutionize the luxury spirits market through blockchain technology. It’s always a pleasure to ha...

Oct 01, 202440 min

Ep. 95 Decentralizing the Music Industry with RECRD

In this episode of Real Talk NFT, we interviewed Anoi Houmou, the founder and CEO of RECRD. We explored the platform's mission to revolutionize the music industry by providing artists with a decentralized space to manage and distribute their music. RECRD focuses on empowering musicians through NFTs, enabling them to monetize their work directly while maintaining creative control. The conversation also touched on how RECRD allows fans to engage more deeply with the artists they love, utilizing bl...

Sep 24, 202436 min

Ep. 94 How Injective is Transforming the Future of Finance

In this episode of Real Talk NFT, we interviewed Mirza Uddin, the Head of Business Development at Injective Labs, a core contributor to Injective, the blockchain built specifically for finance. Mirza shares insights into Injective’s mission to revolutionize decentralized finance (DeFi), its unique features, and the future of blockchain in financial systems. Tune in to learn more about Injective's role in shaping the future of Web3 and decentralized finance. www.SmartNFTInvesting.com Social Media...

Sep 17, 202434 min

Ep. 93 The Future of SocialFi: Inside the Lyvely Platform

In this episode of the Real Talk NFT podcast, In this episode of Real Talk NFT, we sit down with Dave Catulad, co-founder of Lyvely, a cutting-edge SocialFi platform designed to empower digital creators. Join us as Dave shares the vision behind Lyvely, the journey to its creation, and how it’s revolutionizing the way creators connect, monetize, and engage with their audiences. We explore the unique DeFi-integrated micro-community revenue model that sets Lyvely apart, their recent successes, and ...

Sep 10, 202429 min

Ep. 92 Jump into the Pond: A Frogana Chat with 404

In this episode of the Real Talk NFT podcast, we sit down with “404”, the visionary leader behind the Froganas NFT community. Join us as we dive deep into the fascinating history of Frogana, exploring its origins, evolution, and the vibrant community that has grown around it. 404 shares exciting updates, insights into their lively community, and their vision for the future. We also take a broader look at the current landscape of the NFT and Memecoin markets, discussing trends, opportunities, and...

Sep 03, 202435 min

Ep. 91 Burnt Banksy: Setting Himself on Fire to Spark a Web3 Revolution!

In this episode of the Real Talk NFT podcast, we sit down with Burnt Banksy, the visionary artist and founder of XION blockchain. We revisit his bold and iconic act of burning a Banksy artwork, which sparked global discourse on NFTs and the future of art. Burnt Banksy shares insights on his recent stunt of lighting himself on fire and how it connects to his mission with XION, a Layer 1 blockchain designed to make Web3 accessible to everyone. We dive deep into how XION is revolutionizing the spac...

Aug 27, 202426 min

Ep. 90 Uncorking Blockchain: The Intersection of Wine and NFTs

In this episode of the Real Talk NFT podcast, we had the pleasure of interviewing David Garrett, the co-founder of dVin. David shared his fascinating journey, which started as a tech founder and eventually led him to own a vineyard. Now, he's making waves in the blockchain world with the creation of Club dVIN , a unique platform that merges wine and NFTs. David’s passion for innovation and his deep connection to both the tech and wine industries make his story an inspiring example of how blockch...

Aug 20, 202436 min

Ep. 89 The Drive Behind Dave Krugman: Exploring Art and NFTs

In this episode of Real Talk NFT, we sit down with renowned photographer and digital artist Dave Krugman. Dave shares his journey as an artist, diving deep into his creative evolution and the inspiration behind his work. A significant portion of our conversation focuses on Dave’s upcoming NFT project, "Drive Lap 2," set to launch on Nifty Gateway. Dave offers exclusive insights into the creative process behind this exciting new collection and what fans and collectors can expect. We also discuss ...

Aug 13, 202430 min

Ep. 88 The Future of dApp Development with Artela Network

In this episode of Real Talk NFT, we interview Jerry Li, co-founder and CEO of Artela Network, an innovative blockchain platform that empowers developers to build customized dApps with ease. Jerry discusses Artela's approach to enhancing blockchain extensibility and shares insights from his experiences leading Apple's engineering team in China and founding AntChain and Jingtan, a top NFT marketplace. We also explore the future of NFTs and Artela's role as a transformative Layer 1 blockchain. NFT...

Aug 06, 202429 min

Ep. 87 Crypto Payments Made Easy with CrossFi

In this episode of Real Talk NFT, we speak with Phillip Alexeev, the Chief Growth Officer at CrossFi. CrossFi is a next-generation digital ecosystem that bridges traditional banking and blockchain, offering advanced financial solutions. The CrossFi Chain, built on a modular architecture using Cosmos Tendermint, boasts a scalable processing speed of up to 1 million transactions per second. It integrates Ethermint and Evmos to ensure blockchain interoperability, transaction anonymity, and support ...

Jul 30, 202435 min

Ep. 86 Building Trust in Data: Insights from Intuition

In this episode of Real Talk NFT, we dive into a conversation with Josh Betchler-Levin at Intuition. Intuition builds a decentralized network that organizes and verifies data, ensuring it is unbiased and accessible. Their technology includes unique identifiers for entities, verifiable data, and a universal knowledge graph. We explore their innovative tools and protocols that promote trust, data aggregation, and AI integration, and discuss their impact across various industries and future plans. ...

Jul 23, 202435 min

Ep. 85 The Resurgence Of NBA TopShot With Dapper Lab’s Matthew Schorr

In this episode, we dive into the exciting world of NBA Top Shot, the collectible NFT platform powered by Dapper Labs, with lead producer Matthew Schorr. NBA Top Shot is making a comeback with renewed economics and renewed popularity. We discuss what the future holds for both the NBA and WNBA in the wildly popular fantasy sports called Fast Break. NFT Nation: www.SmartNFTInvesting.com Social Media: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@RealTalkNFT Twitter: https://twitter.com/RealTalk_NFT Instagram:...

Jul 16, 202444 min

Ep. 84 Building the Future of Social Applications On Cyber Blockchain

In this episode, we sit down with Ryan Li, the founder of Cyber, a new Layer 2 solution for social applications on the Ethereum blockchain. We discuss Cyber's features and benefits for developers and users, including: frictionless user experience, high performance infrastructure, and native yield for bridged assets all geared towards “consumer crypto”. We also explore Ryan's vision for the future of social applications on the blockchain and how Cyber can help to make that vision a reality. NFT N...

Jul 09, 202433 min

Ep. 83 Building the Ultimate Crypto Casino: The MyPrize Story

In this episode of Real Talk NFT, we sit down with Zach Bruch, the co-founder and CEO of MyPrize, an innovative online crypto casino that is revolutionizing the gaming industry. Zach, a true OG in the crypto space, shares his journey from his early days in cryptocurrency in 2010 to becoming a leading figure in the web3 community. We dive deep into Zach's professional experiences, including his impactful roles at Kraken and Cumberland Labs, where he honed his skills and knowledge in the crypto tr...

Jul 02, 202430 min

Ep. 82 Tokenizing Tomorrow: Inside SegMint with VanEck's Web3 Head

In this episode of Real Talk NFT, we dive deep into the world of asset tokenization and fractionalization with Matt Bartlett, the Head of Web3 at VanEck. Matt introduces us to SegMint, a pioneering platform designed to solve the problems around fractionalization of assets. We explore the key issues identified by VanEck and how SegMint’s innovative solutions are addressing these challenges. Matt also shares VanEck’s perspective on the tokenization of assets, emphasizing the immediate impact on th...

Jun 25, 202431 min

Ep. 81 Memecoins & NFTs: A New Wave on the Base Network

In this episode of Real Talk NFT, we chat with the founder of an exciting new NFT PFP project called “Br8tties,” set to launch on the Base network. We delve into the project's vision, unique features, and future plans. Our discussion also highlights the vibrant Base network community and its ecosystem of innovative builders. We explore the current memecoin hype and its impact on the NFT space, offering valuable insights into this dynamic market. NFT Nation: www.SmartNFTInvesting.com Social Media...

Jun 18, 202427 min

Ep. 80 Talking Runes: An Interview with Dante from RuneX on Runes, Ordinals, and Layer 2 Solutions

In this episode of Real Talk NFT, we had an insightful conversation with Dante, the founder of RuneX. Dante shared the vision and ongoing projects of his team at RuneX, a platform revolutionizing the Bitcoin ecosystem with its Layer 2 blockchain for Runes. We discussed the unique aspects of RuneX, including their focus on scalability and security for decentralized applications. Dante provided insights into the skilled team behind RuneX, their collaborative efforts, and the current state and futu...

Jun 11, 202441 min

Ep. 79 Color and Motion: Inside JVMI's Swatches on Base

In the latest episode of Real Talk NFT, we had the pleasure of interviewing the artist, JVMI, behind the generative art project Swatches, found on the Base blockchain and often compared to the Squiggles on Base. Swatches is an interactive art collection that explores color and motion, introducing the evolution of digital collectibles. Each piece allows viewers to discover an infinite number of experiences with hand-picked colors and fluid animations, responding dynamically to every interaction. ...

Jun 04, 202435 min

Ep. 78 From Medical School to NFT Stardom: Grant Yun's Unique Journey

In this episode of Real Talk NFT, we had the pleasure of interviewing one of our favorite digital artists and one of the greatest digital NFT artists right now, Grant Yun. We explored his fascinating journey into the world of art and NFTs, delving into how he balances the demands of medical school while establishing himself as a prominent figure in the NFT space. Grant shared insights into his unique inspiration behind various pieces of his artwork and his passion for breakdancing. We also discu...

May 28, 202448 min

Ep. 77 Unlocking the Secrets of Pizza Ninjas NFTs and Bitcoin Runes

In this episode of Real Talk NFT, we have a fascinating conversation with the Head of Content Marketing at Pizza Ninjas, @ChrisCoffeeEth, representing one of the most buzz-worthy projects in the NFT space today. We start by delving into his rich educational background and trading history, uncovering the journey that led him to the vibrant world of web3. We explore the unique aspects of the Pizza Ninjas NFT project, discussing what sets it apart and why it has captured the attention of so many in...

May 21, 202441 min
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