The First Mint Podcast

Welcome to the #1 podcast in Sports and NFTs! Join LG Doucet + TheReelPhilD, two actual brothers, as we dive into the News, Drops, Challenges, and Gossip of the Web3 x Sports world. We cover Sorare, Top Shot, All Day, Draft Kings, and more! If you love sports and you don't care who knows, there is no better place to hang out than on The First Mint.

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Episodes

SHAQ is coming to Top Shot!

We recap the Friday Live Show, the SHAQ and Allen Iverson announcement, and the record-breaking week that was in NBA Top Shot. NBA Player Streams, Mark Cuban, Gary V, and other big players join the game. Plus, we sample a conversation from LG's appearance on The Burn. Hosted by LgDoucet NOTES: 02:00 How The First Mint Works 03:00 Friday Show Recap 06:00 LG on Clubhouse 06:30 SHAQ announced! 07:45 Gary V and the week that was 08:40 Players opening packs 10:15 Excited as a collector 12:05 Pranksy ...

Feb 22, 2021•31 min

[LIVE SHOW] Feb 19, 2021 :: Cool Cats Season

NOTES 00:30 15000 LE Reaction 07:00 Lamelo $2000 13:00 Lebron No Look 3pointer 16:15 The Gift Analysis 22:00 Steph Sutto 26:00 Steph Buying Strategy 31:00 Are we near the top? 34:00 Steph doesn't follow NBA 37:00 TWIN SISTER REVEAL 38:00 Psychic Power Trivia 45:00 Lebron James Prices 49:00 Trae Young Holo Icon 57:00 Evaluate.Market Presentation 1:02:00 Deep Moment Analysis 1:17:00 Arsonic RETURNS! 1:20:00 Zeller Purchases 1:22:00 Zeller Giveaway 1:27:00 Discord A Fool 1:32:00 Cool ...

Feb 22, 2021•1 hr 41 min

The Value of Metallic Gold [Feat. ALXO]

Episode 13 of TFM. February 17, 2021 Today we chat with ALXO (real name Alex), one of the first 100 people in NBA Top Shot. He tells us about the early days of Top Shot, and we deep dive into the value of the Metallic Gold Set, Series 1 and Series 2. Plus, LG breaks down the Cool Cats 2 drop. Hosted by @lgdoucet

Feb 17, 2021•30 min

"The Gift" & Prep for Cool Cats 2

Episode 12 of TFM. February 15, 2021 Cool Cats 2 launches TODAY, so LG's got a full breakdown of what to expect: the prices, the market's reaction, and the master challenge. We also review THE GIFT drop from this weekend and predictions for the next 6 weeks on NBA Top Shot. LG also talks about Gary Vee's mention of Top Shot, and gives his picks for the week. Hosted by @lgdoucet

Feb 15, 2021•29 min

The Past & Future of HOLO ICON [w Steve Veerman]

Episode 11 of TFM. February 10, 2021 Today we interview Steve Veerman, the man behind Intangible.Market and a Top Shot OG. Steve tells us why he LOVES the HOLO MMXX set and his predictions for the future of the HOLO ICON set. He also reveals things that LG did not even know about HOLO, MGLE, and Base moments. Hosted by @lgdoucet

Feb 10, 2021•41 min

Cats Master Challenge Details (30 Moments!)

Episode 10 of TFM. February 8, 2021 Since our last pod, there have been 2x Base Set Releases + 1x Legendary (HOLO ICON). Things did not go as planned though. On this pod, we look at what's new in The First Mint world, discuss the details of the Master Cool Cats Challenge (and some fan theories), and review the HOLO ICON Drop. We also look at how LG approaches Common Series 2 moments and where he finds their total supply numbers. Hosted by @lgdoucet

Feb 08, 2021•22 min

The Marketplace Dip

Episode 9 of TFM. February 3, 2021 Yes, the market is down. But why? We dive into this with the podcast's first ever non-live guest, Andy8052. Together we look at what may be causing a 10-20% dip in prices, and what the next few weeks will look like on NBA Top Shot. Plus, we look at the CC vs LE blog post, and LG gives a couple picks to round out the week. Hosted by @lgdoucet

Feb 04, 2021•38 min

Cool Cat Estimates + Master Challenge

Episode 8 of TFM. February 1, 2021 On this episode we look at how many Cool Cats sets are complete and dive into the upcoming master challenge of four sets of Cool Cats. We also discuss more Safety protocols in the Top Shot ecosystem, and LG gives his picks following this weeken's NBA action. Hosted by @lgdoucet

Feb 02, 2021•23 min

Cool Cats Questions Answered

Episode 7 of TFM. January 28, 2021. On this episode, I go deep into COOL CATS and speculate on all your hot questions for the Luka challenge. Also review what's in Release 10 (happening soon!) and announce a special edition of tomorrow's podcast LIVE in Discord. Hosted by @lgdoucet

Jan 29, 2021•19 min

Cool Cats and More Metallic Gold

Episode 6 of TFM. January 27, 2021. On this episode, I speculate on WHEN new packs will drop, and review the current supply for Cool Cats and Base 2. I also chat about how to stay safe on the crypto internet, and list what I think will be iconic moments from Base 2. Hosted by @lgdoucet

Jan 27, 2021•16 min

S2 Release 7, 8, 9, and New Moments!

Episode 5 of TFM. January 26, 2021. NEW Moments from Series 2 are out. Discuss Release 7, 8, and 9 from Base 2 last night today. Look at issues and upcoming Cool Cats prices. My picks for the current market. First of daily podcast! Hosted by @lgdoucet

Jan 27, 2021•17 min

How a Challenge Works and Picks for Series 1

Episode 4 of The First Mint. The Top Shot marketplace breaks $2.1M in 24h sales, and a new top sale all-time, $71k for Lebron. We also break down how challenges work, and how dive into the issues around marketplace this week. Last I give my picks for the week and which moments I love in Series 1 and Series 2. Hosted by @lgdoucet

Jan 22, 2021•41 min

Making a Top Shot Portfolio

Episode 3 of The First Mint. On this episode we look at what drove the Top Shot Marketplace to break $1 million in 24h sales. We also break down the Cool Cats release + challenge for Luka Doncic. And finally, I give my recommendations for how to build a great Top Shot Collection Portfolio. Hosted by @lgdoucet

Jan 18, 2021•31 min

Rookie Badges and Player Tier Rankings

Episode 2 of The First Mint. Covering today's Base Series 2 Pack Drop, and this week's Rookie frenzy on the marketplace. I also look at what the Rookie Tags means, and share my Player Tier Ranking system for Top Shot Moments. Hosted by @lgdoucet

Jan 13, 2021•44 min

First Episode

Record setting day on the marketplace with $242,000 in sales 2020 Playoff Sets on the rise and their future values NBA Players who do NOT have Top Shot moments (yet!) LG gives his top pick ups for the week

Jan 07, 2021•41 min

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