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Web3 Magic - interviews with builders of novel blockchain solutionsPop-Up Cities, ZK Tech & Living Forever — A Web3 Longevity Story with Francesca from AvinasiLabsSummaryWhat happens when ZK cryptographers, pop-up cities, and longevity scientists collide? In this special Web3Magic episode, I sit down with the one and only Francesca, a multidisciplinary personality bridging decentralized science, digital identity, and transhumanist visions of the future.Francesca returns to the pod after a whirlwind journey through the world of ZKPass, popup cities like Vitalia and ZuConnect, and now her latest adventures with Avinasi Labs and AuraSci. From the Longevity Passport concept to merging AI, wearable health data, and decentralized infrastructure, Francesca shares how she feels that the next frontier in Web3...2025-04-2455 min
Web3 Magic - interviews with builders of novel blockchain solutionsConviction Over Hype: Building Real Products in Web3 with Chinmay, Percs & Basket.farmSummaryWhat happens when a dev agency founder becomes a Web3 believer, builds tools for Fortune 500s, and ends up creating one of the most exciting products in Farcaster land? Find out in this candid and idea-packed episode with Chinmay, founder of Percs and Basket.Farm.We go deep on:- Chinmay’s journey from agency life to building in crypto- Lessons from building with Budweiser, Playboy, Coinbase & more- The rise of token baskets and what they unlock for creators- Behind-the-scenes look at Basket.Farm’s pr...2025-04-1745 min
Web3 Magic - interviews with builders of novel blockchain solutionsTLDR - Why Is MINIMA The Most Decentralized BlockchainWhat if your phone could run an entire blockchain — no miners, no middlemen, just pure freedom? In this 10-minute TLDR episode of Web3 Magic, Paddy from Minima drops an absolute masterclass on what true decentralization really means. We explore how Minima flips the script on traditional blockchain architecture with a protocol so light, it runs entirely on your phone — yet so powerful, it could outlast even the creators themselves.If you’ve ever asked “Why do we need decentralization?” or wondered whether any blockchain really lives up to that promise — this episode will blow your mind. Support th...2025-04-1511 min
Web3 Magic - interviews with builders of novel blockchain solutionsIs Decentralized Science (DeSci) the biggest scientific shift since the internet with Andrew HemingwaySummaryIn this episode, we sit down with Andrew Hemingway, founder of the DeSci Alliance, to explore how Web3 is transforming how science is funded, shared, and collaborated on - from breaking pharma’s data monopoly to onboarding citizen scientists from Reddit.Whether you're curious about DeSci, a startup founder in healthtech, or just want to understand how blockchain and science can finally converge for real-world impact on individuals like us - this conversation is for you.Topics We Cover:- What is DeSci and why does it matter now- How De...2025-04-1142 min
Web3 Magic - interviews with builders of novel blockchain solutionsThe Future Backbone of Modern Finance is onchain: Swiss Franc Stablecoins and BitcoinResearch suggests that there are only two crypto assets that can protect you from geopolitical risk - Swiss Franc (CHF) and Bitcoin (BTC). Now, you find both onchain for DeFi, thanks to Frankencoin.This is a conversation with Johannes (MD of Frankencoin Association), where we discuss the Swiss Franc stable coin called Frankencoin, its decentralized nature, and the role the Swiss franc should play in the DeFi ecosystem. Johannes explains why Frankencoin is the best stablecoin alternative to the US dollar, emphasizing its unique features, governance structure, and potential for growth in the market. The d...2025-03-0749 min
Web3 Magic - interviews with builders of novel blockchain solutionsFinding Real Connection Privately with Cupid AI and Soulmates - Amelia is building future of love findingTo find love you should not need to have public profile and swipe left/right like on the beauty market. Btw, there are many forms of love!In this conversation, I dive with Amelia her innovative project called Soulmates which is all about creating authentic connections through technology. We cover the unique framework of Soulmates, the role of AI in facilitating connections, and signalling utility of Soulmate's physical bracelet that symbolizes different types of love. Amelia emphasizes the importance of in-person interactions and community engagement, while also outlining the business model and future plans for S...2025-03-0441 min
Web3 Magic - interviews with builders of novel blockchain solutionsIn crypto speed to market and correct tokenization is everything - Konstantin from Mezen advising founders in Web3PolitiFi, i.e. tokens or coins launched by political figures and celebrities are here to stay. At least we agreed on it with Konstantin from Mezen.In this conversation, we discuss the evolving landscape of Web3 with focus on tokenomics, the rise of celebrity tokens, and the importance of understanding business fundamentals in the crypto space. Konstantin shares his journey into crypto, insights on emerging trends for 2025, and the role of AI in trading. They also explore the transition of Web2 companies to Web3, gaps in current Web3 development, and the future of Layer 1 and L...2025-02-2844 min
Web3 Magic - interviews with builders of novel blockchain solutionsTrading memecoins is as easy as tapping Bolide app on your phone, talk with founder OxanaTrading meme coins is where many retail users start their Web3 journey, outside of centralized exchanges like Coinbase.Today, I talk with Oxana, the founder of the Bolide app. Bolide is a meme coins trading supermarket in your pocket. We discuss (as always) her journey into the crypto world (spoiler: she was early!), previous projects, and how they all led to the founding of Bolide. We also touch on why she likes meme coins so much. Oxana shares insights on user experience, onboarding new users to Web3/crypto, and the growth strategies for Bolide. We a...2025-02-2631 min
Web3 Magic - interviews with builders of novel blockchain solutionsSet the right Fitness Goals in 2025, chat with the fitness coach AlynaWe talk about the importance of setting realistic and measurable fitness goals for 2025 and explore the common pitfalls of unrealistic expectations. Chose performance-based goals over aesthetic ones.I talk with Alyna Han, a multi-talented personal fitness coach about the importance of understanding one's needs and emphasizes the significance of habit-building, especially for beginners. She also shares her journey into fitness, her experiences with various training methods, and the significance of having a purpose behind fitness goals. No personal circumstances, such as having children, should stop you from fitness goal-setting and taking care of your body. 2025-02-2441 min
Web3 Magic - interviews with builders of novel blockchain solutionsS3E7 - Jimi and Treegens - Guinness World Records in planting trees onchainSummaryJimmy, the founder of TreeGens, shares his quite fascinating journey into the crypto space and his mission to promote tree planting and our planet's regeneration. TreeGens is a decentralized platform that rewards individuals for planting trees, starting with mangroves. The platform uses Web3 technologies to track and verify tree planting, and participants earn tokens for verified actions. Jimi and the team are focused on scaling up tree-planting efforts and partnering with NGOs, governments, influencers, and indigenous communities. They also plan to launch NFTs to further gamify the experience. Jimmy and I encourage everyone to j...2024-08-2231 min
Web3 Magic - interviews with builders of novel blockchain solutionsS3E6 - Anjali and Collab.Land's 54k CommunitiesSummaryIn this wide ranging chat with big talker - Anjali Young, co-founder of Collab.Land - she shares her journey into the crypto space and the importance of online communities in her own life. She discusses her early experiences in digital communities and the evolution of online interactions from early bulletin boards to today's token gated groups. Anjali explains that Collabland is an automated, tokenized community management service that allows projects to organize and reward their community members. She emphasizes the value of reputation building in Web3 and the opportunities for full-time caregivers in t...2024-08-0843 min
Web3 Magic - interviews with builders of novel blockchain solutionsS3E5 - Asdf and Megapot - the new onchain lotterySummaryASDF, the co-founder of Megapot, shares his journey into crypto, it's loooong - brace yourself - it took Asdf time at Amazon, Coinbase and startups, plus own failed bitcoin wallet project to land on the co-founder and idea to develop the onchain lottery platform. We talke about the legality of the project, the mechanics of the lottery, and future plans for Megapot. Asdf also talks about early stage challenges of onboarding liquidity providers and players, as well as the importance of user experience and (hopefully soon) cross-chain execution. If you like lotteries or you'd l...2024-07-2533 min
Web3 Magic - interviews with builders of novel blockchain solutionsS3E4 - Jonny & Hypersub - building onchain subscription service to support creatorsSummaryIn this conversation, I talk with Jonny about his journey into the world of crypto, his transition from working at Google, and Coinbase, to founding his own company - called Fabric and their development of Hypersub; an onchain subscription service. You could say Hypersub is NaaS product - NFTs as a subscription (NaaS). We touch on many things, including the concept of subscription fatigue and the unique features of Hypersub and why the future of media maybe onchain. Jonny talks about the challenges and opportunities of building a creator platform, the user experience, and t...2024-07-0457 min
Web3 Magic - interviews with builders of novel blockchain solutionsS3E3 - Billy from Intuition; Decentralized Identity and ReputationSummaryI talk with Billy Luedtke, from the project Intuition about his short journey to crypto and long journey in crypto :)We both agree on the importance of decentralized identity and Intuition aims to create a trusted interaction layer in the blockchain space, allowing users to make better decisions by providing more data for humans and things as well. The platform Intuition is building will allow for the claiming of information about anything, from people to products, and they aim to create a semantic web where data is easily accessible and understandable. Intuition i...2024-05-2840 min
Web3 Magic - interviews with builders of novel blockchain solutionsNFTJoe & UNDRGRND Magazine - New Artists Discovery EngineSummaryToday it's a colorful chat about underground music and art discovery and support. UNDRGRND's journey is a testament of passion and persistence of NFTJoe. Listen as he shares his journey into Web3 and crypto, starting with his interest in NFTs and writing about them. He discusses the early days of UNDRGRND, the project focused on featuring (new & up'n'coming) independent artists in Web3. Despite facing challenges and setbacks, Joe's persistence and belief in the project have kept it going for 4 years now. He talks about the recent launch of the UNDRGRND token...2024-05-1951 min
Web3 Magic - interviews with builders of novel blockchain solutionsFuture of Identity & Reputation with Evin, CEO of Disco.xyzSummaryIn this episode, BFG talks with Evin, CEO of Disco.xyz about why are digital identity and onchain credentials important to individuals and how it can be useful for companies and brands, especially in the crypto space. Evin shares her background, including her experiences working at ConsenSys and Berkshire Hathaway, and how she got into crypto. We dive into the concept of the data backpack, why it is off-chain and how it allows individuals to carry and control their personal data. Evin explains the Disco dashboard and its role in helping ecosystem leaders...2024-05-0844 min
Web3 Magic - interviews with builders of novel blockchain solutions(S2E20) Zak from Sukuri building native tool to manage your whole crypto businessSummaryZak discusses his journey into crypto and his background in consulting. He introduces Sukuri, a crypto-native tool for startups that aims to provide a comprehensive business dashboard. The platform enables startups to accept crypto payments, automate back-office operations, and manage treasury and payroll. Zak emphasizes the focus on self-sovereignty and decentralization in building the platform. He also mentions the team's plans for the future, including feature parity with web 2.5 solutions and integration with DeFi services. I'm sure that future holds many interesting things for Sukuri! For now, go check their Be...2024-04-1239 min
Web3 Magic - interviews with builders of novel blockchain solutionsOren from SphereX - AI supported, decentralized and proactive protection as the next crypto security frontierSummaryIn this episode, we discuss with Oren Fine, co-founder of SphereX, the importance of security in the crypto space and how SphereX is on a mission to bring proactive protection to protocols and smart contracts. Oren shares his background in cybersecurity and how he became interested in Web3 and also explains how Spheerex protects protocols by blocking malicious transactions in real-time before they're executed. This is big difference from ex-post reporting of hacks and lost funds. We talk about the challenges of the market education. Most projects these days equate se...2024-04-0338 min
Web3 Magic - interviews with builders of novel blockchain solutionsAnthony & Nimble Protocol - Decentralizing and democratizing AI stack for everyoneSummaryIn this episode I talk with Antoni Isaacson, co-founder of Nimble as he shares his journey into crypto world (btw: very recent) and evolution of their project and its focus on decentralized AI. Nimble aims to glue together all the building blocks of decentralized AI, providing an aggregation layer over the different components of the AI stack. The project is building a standalone L1 blockchain and plans to launch the mainnet in the coming weeks. Nimble is also exploring partnerships with many AI related projects like IONET and Aether to le...2024-03-2737 min
Web3 Magic - interviews with builders of novel blockchain solutionsThe Old Castle Defense (TOCD) - money making game with Viacheslav SmirnovSummaryIn this conversation with Viacheslav Smirnov, CEO and founder of The Old Castle Defense, we talk about his journey into the blockchain space and mainly the inspiration behind the TOCD game. We dive into the importance of sustainable economics for play-to-earn games and how most games lack it. Viacheslav also explains how the integration with Farcaster and the Degen token has helped the project. Old Castle Defense (TOCD) is a community-driven game that aims to introduce players to the world of crypto and investments. The team behind TOCD is focused on...2024-03-1840 min