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RWA IgloominatiRWA IgloominatiRWA 26 | LISTEN - Inside Mavryk’s $3B Play to Tokenize Real Estate & Rewrite Chain EconomicsWhat if your blockchain wasn’t just decentralised—but economically fair? In this high-impact episode of the RWA Igloominati series, we sit down with Alex Davis, founder and CEO of Mavryk Network, to unpack how Mavryk is building a real digital Commonwealth from the ground up. We’re talking real chain-level innovation—not another fork. From $3 billion in tokenized real estate deals to a protocol treasury governed by validators (not VC whales), Mavryk is playing the long game in RWA. This episode delivers the real alpha on: ✅ Mavryk’s $3B infrastructure deal with MA...2025-07-181h 08RWA IgloominatiRWA IgloominatiRWA 25 | LISTEN This App Lets You Buy European Property Like a Crypto Degen | Prospero from MetawealthWhat if you could invest in institutional-grade real estate across Europe—with the speed and accessibility of Solana? In this savage episode of the RWA Igloominati Interview Series, we welcome back Prospero from MetaWealth to uncover how their team is building one of the most advanced tokenized real estate platforms in the space. We dig deep into: 🏛️ Why MetaWealth migrated to Solana and onboarded thousands of Web2 investors 📉 How they structure investments in pre-construction property to deliver 33% returns 💥 Why institutions are aping in—without token custody or special treatment 🔐 What their VASP license unloc...2025-07-0452 minRWA IgloominatiRWA IgloominatiRWA 24 | LISTEN - Ray Buckton Breaks Down What’s Actually Moving Tokenized Markets📢 In Episode 24 of the RWA Igloominati Interview Series, we’re joined by Ray Buckton, Head of Research at RWA World and the author of the RWA World Newsletter – one of the most trusted news digests in the tokenization space. Ray drops serious alpha on how to separate hype from substance in RWA news, why Avalanche and BlackRock’s moves matter (or don’t), and what lies ahead for stablecoins, on-chain credit, and native tokenized equities. If you want to understand what actually moves the RWA market, how to decode announcements from TradFi giants, and why fractional r...2025-06-271h 03RWA IgloominatiRWA IgloominatiRWA 23 | LISTEN - WTF Is Actually Happening in DC?! | Tecmo Bo Breaks Down Crypto Policy, CBDCs...🚨 The most important episode for US-based crypto builders yet. In this RWA Igloominati interview, Wade – better known as Tecmo Bo – gives us the inside scoop on what’s really happening with crypto policy in DC. From firsthand experience talking to lawmakers, to the power plays behind CBDCs, Tether, and the Clarity & Genius Acts — this is a no-holds-barred conversation about the future of money, freedom, and the role of crypto in real-world markets. Whether you're building, trading, or just trying to understand why regulators can’t keep up, this episode is 🔥 essential listening. 📌 Key Takeaways: Why most politic...2025-06-131h 08RWA IgloominatiRWA IgloominatiRWA 22 | LISTEN - Inside the Mind of Crypto’s Banker-Turned-Penguin Prophet | MoonWizzy InterviewBanks Are Doomed. Crypto Wins! What happens when a seasoned banker goes all-in on Pudgy Penguins and predicts crypto will save the global economy? In this electrifying episode of the RWA Igloominati podcast, we sit down with MoonWizzy, known as the “Michael Saylor of Pengu,” to talk real-world use cases, banking collapse, political disruption, and how crypto is the only path forward. We cover: ✅ MoonWizzy’s 2013 crypto origin story ✅ Why he bet big on Pudgy Penguins ✅ Real estate and stablecoin innovation in banking ✅ The rise of tokenized real-world assets ✅ 2025 m...2025-06-0655 minRWA IgloominatiRWA IgloominatiRWA 21 | Bitcoin & Conviction Investing | Dad Pengu InterviewIn this episode of the RWA Igloominati Interview Series, we welcome the thoughtful and respected voice of crypto Twitter — Dad Pengu. This isn’t your typical crypto chat. Dad Pengu brings a powerful long-term perspective rooted in family, trust, and time-tested principles — discussing why he bought a full Bitcoin for each of his children, how he evaluates projects through a multi-generational lens, and how his background in real-world infrastructure gives him a unique edge in Web3. From Bitcoin’s volatility to conviction-based investing, numismatics, tokenized real-world assets (RWAs), and the 4th Turning — this episode is...2025-05-3058 minRWA IgloominatiRWA IgloominatiRWA 20 | Turning RWAs Into On-Chain Consumer Crypto | Pudgy Pops @ DYLI InterviewIn Episode 20 of the RWA Igloominati podcast, we’re joined by Pudgy Pops, Director of Marketing at DYLI — a fast-growing platform reshaping how we buy, trade, and experience real-world assets on-chain. DYLI is consumer crypto done right. It combines physical products (like Pokémon cards, gold, silver, sneakers) with on-chain ownership, making RWAs as fun and tradable as memes — but backed by real value. 💡 Key Takeaways: 🎯 What makes DYLI different from other tokenized RWA platforms 🏗 How DYLI merges on-chain culture, real-world collectibles, and physical delivery 💡 Why consumer crypto isn’t about DeFi yields —...2025-05-0948 minRWA IgloominatiRWA IgloominatiRWA 19 | Inside Pudgy Penguins, Real-World Toys & Surviving Crypto Cycles | PP Interview🐧 What does it really take to survive multiple crypto cycles — and build a global brand in the process? In this special episode of the RWA Igloominati Interview Series, we sit down with PP, Community Lead at Pudgy Penguins, to explore the wild journey from ICOs to Walmart toys, meme coins to meaningful impact. We cover how Pudgy built one of the strongest communities in crypto, launched real-world toys, and leveraged NFT IP into cultural relevance. 💡 Key Takeaways: How PP got into crypto during the 2017 ICO boom (and survived it) Why Pudgy Penguins...2025-05-0252 minRWA IgloominatiRWA IgloominatiRWA 18 | Round-Tripping 8 Figures, NFTs, & RWA Alpha | Zeneca InterviewIn this episode of the RWA Igloominati Interview Series, we’re joined by legendary investor, educator, and founder Zeneca to talk all things crypto, NFTs, RWAs, and surviving (and thriving) in multiple market cycles. From poker pro to Web3 content machine, Zeneca shares raw lessons from his journey — including how he round-tripped 8 figures, built Zen Academy, and helped onboard thousands into NFTs and digital assets. 💡 Key Takeaways: How Zeneca turned content and consistency into one of crypto’s biggest personal brands What really matters when choosing to sell — and how to develop you...2025-04-251h 01RWA IgloominatiRWA IgloominatiRWA 17 | From Meme Coins to Multi-Million Portfolios | Jon Reynolds & Alan Thomas InterviewIn this special episode, hosts Jon Reynolds and Alan Thomas flip the script and interview each other — diving deep into the realities of investing in crypto, the rise of tokenized real-world assets, and what it takes to survive (and thrive) in the wild world of Web3. 💥 It’s part market insight, part personal war stories — all real talk. 💡 Key Takeaways: How Jon went from arbitraging Pokémon games on eBay to 7-figure portfolios in Web3 The 3 stages of success in crypto: making money, keeping money, and staying anonymous Why meme coins off...2025-04-1759 minRWA IgloominatiRWA IgloominatiRWA 16 | Building the Machine-to-Machine Economy with Peaq | Scott Foo InterviewThe RWA Igloominati series continues with Episode 16 featuring Scott Foo, Growth Lead at Peaq and founder of DePIN Daily. 🚀 In this episode, we go deep into the intersection of DePIN (Decentralised Physical Infrastructure Networks), tokenized real-world assets (RWAs), and the rapidly growing machine-to-machine economy. Scott shares his journey from the music industry into Web3, and how his experience shaped his vision of a future powered by decentralised infrastructure and token incentives. We also explore Peaq’s unique approach to onboarding machines, enterprise adoption, and community building across sectors from aviation and agriculture to smart cities and a...2025-04-101h 13RWA IgloominatiRWA IgloominatiRWA 15 | Tokenizing Pre-IPOs & Replacing TradFi Infrastructure | Hao Jun @ Chateau Capital InterviewIn this episode of the RWA Igloominati Interview Series, we sit down with Hao Jun Tan, Founder and CEO of Chateau Capital, to explore how tokenizing pre-IPO equities, funds, and private debt can transform traditional finance. 🎯 Key Takeaways: How Chateau is creating on-chain SPVs for global investor access. Why pre-IPO access to firms like Circle & Anthropic is a major unlock. The real difference between tokenized equities and tokenized debt. How AI and blockchain converge in Chateau's future roadmap. Insights on risk, regulation, and how smart wallets will cha...2025-04-081h 05RWA IgloominatiRWA IgloominatiRWA 14 | Tokenizing Trading Cards & eBay Sniping with Crypto | Tuomas @ Collector Crypt InterviewIn Episode 14 of the RWA Igloominati Interview Series, we dive deep into the world of tokenized collectibles with Tuomas Holmberg, Co-Founder and CEO of Collector Crypt. From Magic: The Gathering and Pokémon cards to the newly launched eBay sniper tool, Collector Crypt is building real-world utility in crypto — not just speculation. Tuomas shares the journey from being a 14-year-old Magic player to tokenizing millions in trading cards on-chain. Discover how their USDC-to-eBay Sniper lets collectors globally buy real-world assets directly with crypto. We also discuss Solana’s role, real-world risks with fraud, the limitations of me...2025-04-031h 12RWA IgloominatiRWA IgloominatiRWA 13 | From ETFs to Tokenized Collectibles | Matt @ VanEck & SegMint InterviewCan Wall Street drive the future of tokenized collectibles? In this episode of the RWA Igloominati Interview Series, we sit down with Matt Bartlett, Head of Web3 at VanEck and CEO of SegMint, to explore how institutional players are embracing tokenization — and what comes next. VanEck has long been a leader in regulated crypto ETFs. Now with SegMint, Matt is building tools for self-custody, fractionalized ownership, and tokenized real-world assets, blending Web2 and Web3 into a seamless collectible marketplace. We cover: 🧠 How Matt went from TradFi sales to building VanEck's Web3 divis...2025-04-011h 02RWA IgloominatiRWA IgloominatiRWA 12 | Tokenizing Real Estate & The Future of On-Chain Property | Fede Pomi @ Fabrica InterviewCan real estate transactions be as seamless as buying an NFT? In this episode of the RWA Igloominati Interview Series, we sit down with Fede Pomi, Founder & CEO of Fabrica, to explore how blockchain is revolutionizing property ownership. Fabrica brings real estate on-chain, enabling instant transactions, tokenized property titles, and unlocking liquidity through on-chain borrowing. We cover: 🏠 How Fabrica turns property titles into NFTs for instant transferability 💰 The potential of tokenized real estate as an investment class 🔗 How blockchain solves inefficiencies in property transactions 🚀 What the future of tokenized land and property loo...2025-03-271h 15RWA IgloominatiRWA IgloominatiRWA 11 | NFTs, RWAs & Tokenized Commodities | Alan @ Uranium3o8 InterviewHow do NFTs, real-world assets, and tokenized commodities intersect in the evolving crypto landscape? In this episode of the RWA Igloominati Interview Series, we sit down with Alan, a leading voice in RWAs, NFTs, and on-chain commodities, to discuss the rise of tokenized uranium, the Pudgy Penguins ecosystem, and how institutional players are moving into real-world asset tokenization. We cover: 🐧 How Pudgy Penguins are shaping the NFT & Web3 gaming space ⚡ The potential of tokenized uranium (U3O8) as a real-world asset 📈 What makes RWAs the next big crypto opportunity 🎯 How to spot trends...2025-03-251h 01RWA IgloominatiRWA IgloominatiRWA 10 | Making Asset Tokenization as Easy as Buying Coffee | Kevin Yunai @ RWA Inc InterviewCan tokenizing real-world assets be as easy as buying a cup of coffee? In this episode of the RWA Igloominati Interview Series, we sit down with Kevin Yunai, Founder & CEO of RWA Inc, to explore how his company is streamlining the entire tokenization process—from concept to issuance to investment. RWA Inc is building a full-stack ecosystem that makes it simple for businesses and asset owners to tokenize real estate, commodities, company shares, and more. We cover: 🏦 How RWA Inc is making tokenization accessible to everyone 💡 Why businesses and investors should move from Web2 to...2025-03-201h 01RWA IgloominatiRWA IgloominatiRWA 9 | Tokenized Investment Funds & DeFi Strategies | Reid @ Superstate InterviewCan tokenized investment funds bridge the gap between TradFi and DeFi? In this episode of the RWA Igloominati Interview Series, we sit down with Reid MacInnes Cuming, Co-Founder & COO of Superstate, to discuss how tokenization is modernizing finance. Superstate is leading the charge by creating compliant, blockchain-powered investment funds, giving investors access to new strategies, enhanced liquidity, and transparency. We cover: 💰 How Superstate is revolutionizing asset management with tokenization 📈 The basis trade strategy and why investors use it 🏦 How DAOs, institutions, and regulators are shaping RWA adoption 🚀 The future of tokenized investment f...2025-03-181h 05RWA IgloominatiRWA IgloominatiRWA 8 | Tokenization, Data & The Future of RWAs | Ray @ RWA World InterviewHow do we bring clarity and transparency to the growing world of Real-World Asset (RWA) tokenization? In this episode of the RWA Igloominati Interview Series, we sit down with Ray Buckton, Head of Research at RWA World, to explore the data behind RWAs, emerging market trends, and the future of tokenized finance. RWA World is the industry’s leading intelligence hub, tracking over 400 tokenization projects and providing the insights investors and institutions need. We cover: 📊 Why high-quality data is critical for RWA adoption 🌎 How different global markets are leading in RWA innovation 🔗 The biggest...2025-03-131h 10RWA IgloominatiRWA IgloominatiRWA 7 | Unlocking NFT Lending & RWAs in DeFi | Tytan @ Magnify Cash InterviewCan NFTs become financial assets with real liquidity? In this episode of the RWA Igloominati Interview Series, we sit down with Tytan, Co-Founder of Magnify Cash, to explore how NFT lending and Real-World Asset (RWA) tokenization are revolutionizing DeFi and on-chain finance. Magnify Cash allows users to borrow against any NFT collateral for any crypto token, unlocking unprecedented liquidity and financial flexibility. We cover: 🔹 How Magnify Cash is transforming NFT lending with permissionless liquidity 🔹 The intersection of NFTs, RWAs, and DeFi—and why it matters 🔹 What new forms of collateral and lending opportuniti...2025-03-111h 01RWA IgloominatiRWA IgloominatiRWA 6 | Stablecoins, DeFi & RWAs – The Future of On-Chain Lending | Justin Wu @ Anzen Finance InterviewAre stablecoins the key to unlocking the next wave of DeFi and RWAs? In this episode of the RWA Igloominati Interview Series, we sit down with Justin Wu, CMO of Anzen Finance, to explore how on-chain lending and RWA-backed stablecoins are reshaping the DeFi and traditional finance landscape. With Anzen’s USDz stablecoin, users can access real yield backed by secured private credit tokens, bridging Web3 with institutional finance like never before. We cover: 💰 Why RWA-backed stablecoins could redefine DeFi’s future 🏦 How Anzen is securing USDz with institutional-grade private credit 🔗 The real-world us...2025-03-061h 13RWA IgloominatiRWA IgloominatiRWA 5 | AI Meets Tokenized Private Credit | Anil @ cSigma InterviewCan AI revolutionize private credit in the RWA space? In this episode of the RWA Igloominati Interview Series, we sit down with Anil, CEO of cSigma, to explore the intersection of AI, blockchain, and tokenized private credit. With $8 trillion in private credit markets and increasing institutional interest in RWAs, cSigma is bridging global lending with blockchain efficiency. We cover: 💰 How AI is reshaping credit risk assessment and lending efficiency 🌎 The impact of tokenization on global SMB financing 🔗 Why blockchain is the key to solving inefficiencies in credit markets 🚀 The future of AI...2025-03-0459 minRWA IgloominatiRWA IgloominatiRWA 1 | The Future of Tokenized RWAs: Plume Network’s Vision | Jason Meng Interview🔗 Welcome to the RWA Igloominati Interview Series! In this episode, we sit down with Jason Meng, BD Lead at Plume Network, to explore the cutting-edge world of tokenized real-world assets (RWAs). Plume Network is one of the few Layer 2 solutions built specifically for RWAs, tackling challenges in liquidity, compliance, and DeFi composability. Jason shares how Plume is bridging the gap between TradFi and Web3, solving inefficiencies in asset tokenization, and enabling a new era of digital finance. 🚀 Key Takeaways: ✅ What makes Plume Network unique in the RWA ecosystem ✅ How Layer 2 (L2) solutio...2025-02-1852 minRWA IgloominatiRWA IgloominatiRWA 4 | The Future of RWAs in Asia & Tokenization Trends | Qin En @ Saison Capital InterviewCan Asia lead the next wave of real-world asset (RWA) tokenization? In this episode of the RWA Igloominati Interview Series, we sit down with Qin En, Partner at Saison Capital, to explore the emerging RWA landscape in Asia and the insights from ONCHAIN 2024 -the region’s first RWA-focused conference. We cover: 🌏 Why Asia is uniquely positioned to drive RWA adoption 🏦 How institutional investors and regulators are approaching tokenization 🔗 The role of trust vs. technology in scaling real-world assets 🚀 The next frontier in RWA investments and financial inclusion 👉 Could RWAs unlock trillions...2025-02-1759 minRWA IgloominatiRWA IgloominatiRWA 3 | Unlocking US Real Estate for Global Investors | Nathaniel @ Villcaso InterviewCan blockchain make US real estate truly accessible worldwide? In this episode of the RWA Igloominati Interview Series, we sit down with Nathaniel Sokoll-Ward, co-founder of Villcaso, to explore how they’re transforming the US real estate market through tokenization. Villcaso is creating a permissionless ETF of US residential real estate, opening new investment opportunities for international investors. We cover: 🏡 How Villcaso is making US real estate accessible like never before 📈 The challenges of tokenizing real estate and navigating US regulations 💡 The potential of DeFi, blockchain, and RWAs to revolutionize real estate finance2025-02-131h 11RWA IgloominatiRWA IgloominatiRWA 2 | Tokenizing Real Estate: MetaWealth’s Vision for RWA Adoption | Prospero InterviewIn this episode, we sit down with Prospero, Web3 Specialist at MetaWealth, to explore how real estate tokenization is revolutionizing global property investment. MetaWealth is making luxury real estate accessible through fractional ownership, unlocking a €20 million framework agreement in Bucharest and expanding into Spain, Italy, Greece, and beyond. We dive into how blockchain is disrupting traditional real estate markets, solving inefficiencies, and providing investors with new opportunities. 🚀 Key Takeaways: ✅ How MetaWealth tokenizes real estate for fractional ownership ✅ The impact of a €20M framework agreement on the RWA market ✅ Why real estate toke...2025-02-121h 00Total Movie RecallTotal Movie RecallTMR 050 – Children of Men This week on Total Movie Recall, things get grim and a little too close to 2020 reality for comfort. Definitely don’t watch this movie if you’re fresh out of rehab, which Ryan can tell you all about. The future is bleak, but if it’s also as ruggedly handsome as Clive Owen is and has the greatest single-take of all time, it might not be so bad. This is also one of the greatest movies of all time, just to be clear about it. Children of Men (2006) d. Alfonso Cuarón S...2020-12-071h 50